Category
Lifestyle
Assisted Choices
Trend cluster
Category
Gamified
Recognition
Positive work behavior is recognized through streamlined apps and tools.
2.8
Trend score
Trend
What is the Gamified Recognition trend?
Gamified Recognition: In order to combat workplace complacency, employers are turning to solutions that both encourage and entertain their staff. Offering perks that go beyond monetary rewards, workplaces are using apps and out-of-office excursions to not only recognize positive work habits, but also create a more engaging work environment based on peer-to-peer communication.
Trend themes
Themes within the Gamified Recognition trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Gamification in the Workplace
Employers are turning to gamified solutions to keep their employees engaged and motivated, offering perks that go beyond monetary rewards in order to recognize positive work habits and create a more engaging work environment based on peer-to-peer communication.
02
Real-time Employee Recognition Systems
Companies are adopting peer recognition systems and digital reward tools that allow workers to communicate with each other and acknowledge each other's contributions to improve team spirit, encourage collaboration and enhance productivity.
03
Visual Productivity Apps
'To Round' is a task manager app that goes beyond traditional list formats to make task prioritization fun and easy, with color-coded bubbles and a visually dynamic system that is ideal for those who desire a better way to identify and act on urgent tasks.
Industry implications
What the Gamified Recognition trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Human Resources and Employee Management
Incorporating gamified solutions, real-time employee recognition systems, and visual productivity apps into the workplace can greatly improve the management of employees while fostering a positive work environment.
For
Corporate Wellness and Fitness
Digital platforms that encourage collaborative fitness can improve employee health and wellness in a cost-effective manner, while also promoting team building and enhanced work performance.
For
Software Development
The development of gamified workplace solutions, real-time employee recognition systems and visual productivity apps is an opportunity for software development professionals to create potentially disruptive products and services for the HR industry.
Workshop question
How does your company culture provide social, as well as financial, recognition to employees?
Trend signals
Trend signals for Gamified Recognition
Trend score 2.8 out of 10, from popularity 40%, activity 36%, freshness 8%.
Popularity40%
Activity36%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
Evidence
Examples of the Gamified Recognition trend
7 featured examples from Jun 18, 2015 to Oct 21, 2016CategoryTech
Digital Employee Reward Tools
The 'Slick' Tool Allows Businesses to Set Goals and Provide Perks
Opportunity for HR departments to adopt digital employee reward tools to enhance employee engagement and job satisfaction.
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Employee Recognition Systems
The WorkStride Platform Allows Workers to Acknolwedge Achievemets
The human resources industry can leverage collaborative recognition platforms like WorkStride to improve employee engagement and foster positive workplace environments.
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Employee Motivation Tools
The iDoneThis Software Stimulates Workers Through a Collaborative System
The iDoneThis software provides tools for employee engagement and motivation, which can be utilized by HR tech companies to improve workplace productivity.
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Visual Productivity Apps
'To Round' is a Task Manager App That Playfully Organizes Priorities
Developers and designers could create more engaging and effective productivity apps using visual techniques and gamification.
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Employee Reinforcement Platforms
The Tap My Back App Encourages Positive Workplace Behavior
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing technology-driven solutions for employee engagement and performance management in HR departments.
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Peer Recognition Systems
The YouEarnedIt App Lets Workers Communicate Recognition Internally
The human resources industry can leverage real-time recognition systems to enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention.
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Motivational Fitness Platforms
The Flabuless System Encourages Employees to Get in Shape Together
The corporate wellness industry can leverage collaborative fitness programs and tailor-made training programs to provide comprehensive wellness solutions tailored to the needs of…
