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In a competitive market for employee talent, most companies focus on the salaries they can pay, in the hope that people will feel appreciated and happy to stay with their employer. If only it were that simple.

For anyone who has ever taken a business trip, the hassle of booking travel and hotels is all too familiar. And from the company perspective, it’s rarely much better. As many companies still operate using outdated policies, the process not only ends up being complex and expensive, but it often yields low compliance.

Employee engagement is a pivotal factor that drives the success of any organisation, as it directly impacts employee satisfaction, productivity, retention, and, ultimately, the company's bottom line. It refers to the extent to which employees are emotionally invested in their work and committed to achieving the company's goals.

It is always 12.30 pm somewhere in the world; every second, lunch breaks at work are starting in some part of the planet. But over the last decade, they have become increasingly shorter, been skipped, or spent in front of a screen. This is true today more than ever, in the work from the age where employees are hooked to their screens from morning to evening without taking the necessary breaks. It is indisputable that the time devoted to the famous lunch break is evaporating as the years go by, all around the world.

The digital payment space and Fintech industry have grown tremendously with the pandemic pushing more transactions towards contactless. The use of digital platforms for day-to-day activities such as buying meals & groceries, mobile recharges, etc. witnessed an increase as most people preferred to stay home and maintained social distancing. Digital payments systems continued to receive focus from the government as the Reserve Bank Of India (RBI) released ‘Digital Payments Index (DPI)’, a new index to measure digital payments growth in India.

Work-life balance is a critical issue that employers must address, particularly in light of changing worker expectations.

You’re only as good as the people you hire – Ray Kroc, McDonald's Successful businesses that have flourished and grown over decades, built enviable reputations, have something in common.

What started over a year ago has now become the ‘New Normal’. The pandemic altered how everyone functioned and significantly impacted workplace management. From people heading to work every day pre-pandemic, more and more employees are settling into a home-office routine now.

Not even the most-motivated employees can give their best if they are hungry.

Employee motivation is the crucial factor that fuels a company's growth and success by driving employee productivity. It is the catalyst that propels employees to strive for excellence, innovate, and stay committed to their work. In today's competitive business world, where the talent pool is vast and the demand for skilled workforce is high, it is more important than ever for employers to focus on employee engagement and offer benefits that motivate and inspire their employees.

Tax-saving tips are always welcome, especially for salaried individuals looking for ways to optimise tax planning. Employees can maximise their tax benefits and enjoy more take-home pay with proper tax planning. One method to achieve this is by utilising the tax-saving benefits offered by employers, such as the Sodexo tax savings meal card.

The dreaded morning commute. Whether it lasts minutes or hours, the stress of daily commutes takes a toll on employees’ moods and motivation – and in the long run, on a company’s bottom line. Jon M. Jachimowicz, PhD Candidate at Columbia Business School, and Geraldine Delplanque, Sodexo Global Marketing Director of Mobility & Expenses, shed some light on how we can offset the adverse effects of commuting.

What’s the point of Christmas rewards?
For companies, they serve a two-fold purpose. Firstly, its the close of the calendar year - or in some cases the financial year – and an opportunity to reward staff for their work over the past 12 months. Secondly, rewards can set up the engagement levels for the year ahead.

Given that the average employee spends one-third of his/ her life at work, it is important that their workplace experience is productive, fulfilling, and meaningful. People feel like they belong to a team or organization when their values align, and they can freely express their thoughts and aspirations. This not only improves their performance but also boosts employee engagement and well-being. Employees who lack a sense of belonging, on the other hand, are more likely to experience alienation and burnout.

From the cash/ coupons of yore to the e-wallets of today, paying for meals at the workplace have come a long way. Today’s employees have a multitude of ways to pay for their food. However, in the digitally transformed organizations today where most of the employees are used to the convenience of single-click shopping, Meal Passes have become the most preferred payment mode. Offering employees an effortless way to spend their meal benefits wherever and whenever they choose to, Meal Passes have become popular across demographics of employees and employers.