A Report by WorldatWork and Buck Consultants
This report summarizes the results of a survey conducted by WorldatWork and Buck Consultants to research the use and effectiveness of emerging technology tools (gamification, mobile technology and social networking or social media) to engage employees in improving their health and well-being. Today’s health-care benefits require individuals to absorb an increasing share of expanding health-care costs. At the same time, the effect of poor health and unhealthy lifestyles is a major concern in many parts of the world — not only due to direct costs of medical care, but also due to indirect costs linked to absenteeism and productivity. Enhanced health also is integral to overall well-being, and many employers view their efforts as contributing to their employee value proposition.
