$1.9 trillion lost
Not engaged or actively disengaged employees account for approximately $1.9 trillion in lost productivity nationally.
— Gallup
Human Resources Solutions
Employee Engagement Programs That Drive Participation, Culture, and Retention
Build a Culture Employees Want to Be Part Of
Employee engagement doesn’t happen by accident. It grows when employees feel seen, supported, and connected to the work—through clear communication, listening, and recognition that reinforces the behaviors your culture needs.
For 50 years, we’ve helped organizations increase participation, strengthen retention, and build cultures of appreciation that last. We’re not just a platform provider — we partner with you to design the right recognition and engagement moments, launch with confidence, and sustain adoption with tools and reporting leaders can use.
Ready to improve engagement? Contact us with your goals and timeline and we’ll recommend the best next step and the right mix of recognition, rewards, and experiences.
Let’s TalkFor 50 years, we’ve helped organizations increase participation, strengthen retention, and build cultures of appreciation that last.
The Data Tells the Story
When engagement is strong, organizations often see meaningful gains, including lower absenteeism, improved retention, stronger performance, and higher customer satisfaction.
44%+
incentive programs operating for a year or more are associated with average performance improvements of up to 44%.
—Incentive Research Foundation, Incentives, Motivation and Workplace Performance
50% not engaged
In 2023, 50% of employees were not engaged and 16% were actively disengaged
—Gallup
What You Can Expect
From Our Recognition and Engagement Solutions
Engagement Program Design
Recognition moments, milestones, team appreciation, values-in-action categories, awards, nominations, and clear guidelines employees understand.
Recognition that Fits Daily Work
Peer-to-peer and manager-led recognition supported by Applaudit®.
Rewards and Experiences
Points with thousands of redemption options available on the Global Rewards Marketplace (when a reward is the right move).
Communications and Manager Enablement
So participation starts strong and stays consistent with system-based communications and user guides.
Reporting Leaders can Trust
Adoption and activity visibility to prove value and optimize over time.
Low Participation
We make recognition frequent, meaningful, and easy to use — so adoption rises beyond annual milestones, and employees stay engaged in the moments that matter.
Inconsistent Recognition
We help you build repeatable recognition moments with manager tools and simple workflows — so appreciation is timely, visible, and fair.
Budget Pressure and Proving Value
We align recognition to outcomes you can report including participation, engagement signals, and retention — so leaders see what’s working and why.
Culture Change that Doesn’t Stick
We translate values into visible behaviors, recognition criteria, and experiences employees actually feel — reinforcing a consistent, positive culture.
Common Challenges and How We Help
Keeping everyone focused on delivering the brand promise, cultivating professional growth, and building a culture-driven team can make the difference in your organization’s success. Strategic recognition and values-based programs are proven to directly address obstacles to engagement:
Low Participation
We make recognition frequent, meaningful, and easy to use — so adoption rises beyond annual milestones, and employees stay engaged in the moments that matter.
Inconsistent Recognition
We help you build repeatable recognition moments with manager tools and simple workflows — so appreciation is timely, visible, and fair.
Budget Pressure and Proving Value
We align recognition to outcomes you can report including participation, engagement signals, and retention — so leaders see what’s working and why.
Culture Change that Doesn’t Stick
We translate values into visible behaviors, recognition criteria, and experiences employees actually feel — reinforcing a consistent, positive culture.
Ready to Talk?
Talk to an engagement expert: Tell us your goals, audience size, and timeline. We’ll respond with recommended next steps and the best solution mix.
Where Engagement & Recognition Solutions Fit
Engagement works best when it’s built into how work gets done. Embed appreciation into daily culture so recognition doesn’t fade — it compounds. From Applaudit®, our employee engagement platform solution for the moments that matter to turnkey solutions like Great Rewards®, and Great Escapes®, we can make administration easy while you focus on timely, visible recognition that supports performance and reduces turnover.
Ready to build sustained engagement? Explore the solutions that fit your culture and goals.
With Applaudit, you can:
- Make recognition easy to repeat
- Strengthen connections
- Spotlight everyday wins
- Reinforce values with meaningful rewards
Frequently Asked Questions
Employee Recognition & Engagement Insights
Case Study
Success Story: Do The Right Thing
Insight
Why Top Companies Balance Compensation and Company Culture
Let’s Talk
Have a question?
Contact Us and include your goals and timeline. We’ll recommend the best next step and the right solution mix.