Case Studies
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Winning over brand-loyal distributors
A construction product manufacturer boosted nationwide sales and loyalty through the Contractor Rewards program, where contractors earned points for purchases. The test market saw significant growth, leading to a national launch. Strategic promotions further enhanced revenue. See the full results.Learn More
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Unlocking success in the economy beer market
A large beer manufacturer aimed to gain market share in the Economy beer segment by motivating Distributor Sales Representatives (DSRs) to set up retail displays. Using a rewards-based incentive platform, DSRs submitted display claims and earned points. The program led to a significant increase in claims, doubling the number of cases sold and achieving a 4:1 ROI. Discover the full story and results in our case study.Learn More -
Banking client turnover: A targeted approach
A financial services firm aimed to reduce client attrition and drive growth by engaging business banking clients through personalized outreach and data collection. A multi-touch reengagement campaign targeted C-suite decision makers, combining emails, direct mail, and surveys with rewards. The campaign identified 134 new opportunities, generated over $1.6M in new business, and achieved a 17:1 ROI. Discover the full story and results.Learn More
Blog posts
Learn from the best. BIW thought leaders bring you a deeper look at the business of inspiration.
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Article
How to create frictionless channel incentive programs
Whether your channel incentive objective is stretching the top 20% of performers or driving incremental performance of the middle ground, the engagement of your target audience is the first challenge that any channel incentive designer must overcome. A common assumption is that this is simply achieved by curating the right reward selection. After all, the […]
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A complete guide to channel incentive programs
As a tool in a vendor’s toolkit, channel incentive programs are pivotal tools in transforming channel relationships, influencing positive behaviour change and driving performance. The Incentive Research Foundation (IRF) found that non-cash channel incentive programs could increase total revenues by 32%, increase market share by 30%, and increase net operating income to 19% of revenue. Engaged, motivated channel […]
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How to enhance sales with effective channel partner incentives
According to research by Frederick Reichheld of Bain & Company, a 5% increase in customer retention can lead to an increase in profits of between 25 and 95%. If your objective is genuine customer loyalty, read on for our recommendations on why recognizing the crucial steps toward a sale is the key to enhancing your bottom line. The […]
Webinars
Top scholars and client experts share simple, practical ideas that inspire and drive results.
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Webinar
How employee recognition initiatives drive organizational objectives
Watch this webinar to learn about how Medtronic leverages their employee recognition initiatives to drive organizational objectives. Ken Fairchild from Medtronic will discuss how they were able to improve free cash flow, market share, and other key CEO priorities through a three-step model: Know, Commit, Act. BI WORLDWIDE’s Amy Stern will share the science behind […]
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The rise of gamification
Keeping call centre employees focused on key business metrics and critical customer solutions can be challenging. Employees may often lack sales confidence or visibility into company goals, while others struggle to stay motivated to hit their metrics. Norwegian Cruise Line identified these common challenges in employee engagement, teamwork, and sustaining long-term focus within their call […]
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Motivating salespeople to achieve growth
Myth: All salespeople respond equally to all incentives. In fact, sources of motivation are nuanced, dynamic and vary from one salesperson to the next. Overlooking these differences not only leads to poor team performance, but also leaves companies especially vulnerable during periods of disruptive change. Increasing demand, unpredictable supply, the challenge of quarantines and virtual […]
Insights Lab
BIW’s Insights Lab shares original research to help you understand what drives engagement and delivers results.
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Insights Lab
6 ways to engage deskless workers
When I think back to my job at one of the busiest malls in the United States, I often remember how exhausted I was. Although I was working no more than 20 hours a week, I felt as if I had been consistently clocking overtime. In my current position—double the hours—I feel energized and excited […]
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Insights Lab
Employee recognition programs shape corporate culture
Results from BI WORLDWIDE’s 2023 New Rules of Engagement® study indicate that employees whose employer had a formal recognition program were 3.2x more likely to say they have a great company culture. Similarly, employees who received recognition with a quarterly award indicate that they are more engaged, inspired, and satisfied with their compensation. They also feel more included and are more […]
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Insights Lab
On board with onboarding
Research suggests organizations with a strong onboarding process retain new hires at an 82% higher rate. How did you feel on the first day at your first job? Employees rarely remember what they learned on their first day – but they do remember how they felt. New hires who receive meaningful recognition are 4.6x more likely to feel […]
Awards and Accolades
Emmy Awards
Our Meetings and Shows team has received two Emmy Awards: one for a product launch video we created for a large pharmaceutical client and the other for a film about AIDS Awareness in North America.
EcoVadis Corporate Sustainability
Corporate Sustainability and Responsibility firm EcoVadis recognizes BIW as a Silver-rated corporate citizen, placing us in the top 25% of all companies evaluated.
Top Workplaces
In the last decade, we’ve been named a Top Workplace every year we’ve applied. Inspired employees lead to inspired customers, and we believe in practicing what we preach.
LTEN Excellence Awards
Our Learning & Training team has been awarded an LTEN Excellence Award for Industry Partnership, recognizing innovative and inspiring work done by life sciences training practitioners and providers.
MUSE Creative Awards
Our Meetings & Shows team has been awarded Gold and Platinum MUSE Creative Awards for work with companies like Delta, Kawasaki and COUNTRY Financial.
Hermes Creative Awards
Our Communications Team has been awarded 4 Hermes Creative Awards. 3 for work in Public Relations/Communications, Strategic Programs and 1 in Print Media, Integrated Marketing.
Hermes Creative Awards recognizes outstanding work of marketing and communication professionals.