Latest comments for http://www.ababj.com , comment 0 to 2 out of 2 comments http://www.ababj.com Tue, 21 May 2013 23:11:56 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.ababj.com/myblog/employee-suggestion-programs-do-they-work.html#pc_60 Bank Midwest has a program called “Good to Great” that: 1. Provides employees with a systematic process for channeling their great ideas, and, 2. Ensures that all ideas are being heard and acted upon. Ideas submitted must be intended to improve the company within at least one of four categories: revenue, operational efficiency, customer service, or employee workplace. In the past four years, over 200 great ideas have qualified for the program. While it’s not feasible to implement every idea, employees are always recognized for their contribution. It’s difficult to cite just one “best idea.” Some ideas save the company money, while others improve the quality of our systems and/or workplace. For example, an operational idea that pertained to account titling helped save the company over $35,000. Another idea implemented was a Sick Day Donation Program that greatly contributes towards a positive morale and work environment. - Mary Kay Bates Tue, 29 Sep 2009 17:14:12 +0100 http://www.ababj.com/myblog/employee-suggestion-programs-do-they-work.html#pc_59 We introduced an employee suggestion program to reduce the sting of reduced incentive pay this year. The program includes a cash award component, representing a portion of cost savings or additional revenue resulting from the suggestion. We are about to make our first award for a suggestion that resulted in reduced costs and increased customer satisfaction, and we hope this will spark additional participation in this “win/win” program. - Kerry Lancy Tue, 29 Sep 2009 17:12:52 +0100