In an effort to retain and attract employees, Apple announced extended benefits and employee perks, including a workplace wellness center at their Cupertino, California headquarters.
Described as a "medical one-stop-shop" by Fortune, the workplace wellness center has seven doctors on staff, plus additional chiropractors, physical therapists and dieticians. The team works out of a pod in the middle of the building, with examination rooms surrounding it in a circle. Doctors enter through a different door than patients. Inside the sleek, simple and minimalist rooms have a small table with an iPad and Mac. There is even a coat closet equipped with an iPhone charger for employee use. An added bonus is the average wait time is just five minutes.
Apple hopes to install similar centers in Sacramento and Shanghai.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Employee Perks
- Businesses can attract and retain employees by offering unique and convenient perks, such as wellness centers.
- Corporate Wellness Programs
- Companies can benefit from implementing corporate wellness programs, which can lead to increased productivity, morale and employee satisfaction.
- Telemedicine
- The rise of telemedicine allows for easy and convenient access to medical care through technology, opening up opportunities for partnerships with workplaces and employee benefits packages.
Where This Applies
- Technology
- Technology companies can offer unique services and benefits to employees through on-site healthcare options and innovative perks.
- Healthcare
- The healthcare industry can expand into corporate wellness programs and telemedicine partnerships to reach a larger clientele base and increase revenue.
- Human Resources
- Human resources departments can focus on implementing and promoting wellness programs and unique employee perks to attract and retain talented individuals.
