Employee Recognition Programs

Feature-packed employee recognition and reward programs

Create your perfect employee recognition program with Workstars. Make work rewarding today.

Why a social employee recognition program?

Employee Recognition Programmes

Most motivational methods were designed in an era where work – and workers – were different. Here we explain the science and psychology behind social employee recognition.

Social Recognition

Powerful recognition experience, diverse
reward options, meaningful engagement analytics.
A local and global solution.

How It Works
Employee Recognition Software

Features

Empower employees to appreciate positive contributions and reward great work with one company-wide platform. Align values, celebrate milestones, promote customer relationships and reward your people along the way.

See all features

Integrations

employee recognition programs

With our integrations, you can share your employee recognitions with the whole company using the tools that your employees are already familiar with, including Slack, Workplace by Facebook, Microsoft Teams, Yammer and Salesforce Chatter.

Integrate

Insights

09/25
Five things ALL great company values have in common Five things ALL great company values have in common

You may think that corporate values or mission statements are nothing but meaningless fluff, typed out by a marketing intern with nothing…

08/25
HR
What employees want from manager Today, it is what employees want from managers that matters 

The question of “what makes a good manager?” is no longer being answered by recruiters writing job specs. Today, the qualities of…

06/25
Birthday employee recognition reward Birthday recognition: The employer ROI

You might think that employee birthdays is a minor gesture. After all, it’s just one day a year, right? But the value…

Visit Blog

Your reward and recognition questions, answered.

  • How does an employee recognition platform work?

    An employee recognition platform embeds appreciation into the everyday. Instead of relying on performance conversations or occasional praise, employee recognition software provides a dedicated space where achievements are captured, shared, and celebrated instantly. Employees send peer-to-peer recognition, managers spotlight great performance, and teams collectively celebrate wins.

    With Workstars, ecognition doesn’t disappear into private inboxes. Appreciation becomes a visible part of your culture. Posts appear in a social feed, creating transparency and amplifying positive behaviors. Integrations make recognition simple for employees across organizations worldwide. Across any business large or small, Workstars engages every employee, helping staff feel seen and connected every day.

  • What are the benefits of integrating reward and recognition into one program?

    Combining recognition and reward into one platform takes employee engagement to the next level. Employee recognition programs provide the emotional connection of being seen and appreciated, while rewards deliver tangible benefits that reinforce those moments of appreciation. Together, they form a powerful cycle of motivation that drives staff retention and productivity.

    Recognition and reward integrate seamlessly with Workstars so achievements can be linked to meaningful benefits. Employees choose from a range of options, ensuring rewards feel personal and relevant. For HR, this reduces administration, provides clearer reporting, and proves how recognition actively drives outcomes, performance, and long-term cultural impact.

  • Why are companies moving employee recognition online?

    Traditional employee recognition methods, like in-person shout-outs or office-based rewards, are no longer relevant in an increasingly online world. Employees working across multiple locations need a recognition program that’s accessible anytime, anywhere. It’s no wonder organizations are turning to staff recognition software!

    Workstars makes it easy to recognize employees in a way that feels instant. Whether it’s a quick thank-you, or a team reward, recognition happens digitally, ensuring no achievement goes unnoticed. For global businesses, this ensures consistency, with everyone having access to recognition. An online program also provides measurable insights for HR, helping leadership teams see how recognition drives employee engagement.

  • How does peer-to-peer recognition drive engagement?

    Peer-to-peer recognition empowers employees to celebrate each other, creating a culture of appreciation that spreads across the entire organization. Instead of waiting for performance reviews, employees can recognize colleagues in real time, driving deeper connections and higher engagement levels.

    On Workstars, peer-to-peer recognition is completely transparent. Colleagues can like and comment on recognition posts, amplifying positivity across the business. This strengthens collaboration and trust between teams. HR also gains insights into who is driving culture, who demonstrates company values, and where hidden talent lies. By making recognition employee-led, organizations foster a stronger sense of ownership, and motivation across the workforce.

  • Can an employee recognition and reward program work globally?

    Yes! Global recognition programs are not only possible but essential for modern businesses. Many of our clients operate across multiple continents, with teams working in different languages, time zones and currencies.

    Without a global recognition platform, it’s easy for achievements to be inconsistent. Workstars is designed to solve this. With multilingual support and region-specific rewards, every employee can take part in recognition no matter their location. Global recognition software also ensures fairness, giving equal visibility to achievement. HR gains a consolidated view of engagement worldwide, while employees feel connected across countries and time zones. Employee recognition becomes borderless, ensuring everyone feels part of one culture.

  • Why Workstars helps you share great work

    Workstars’ employee recognition software is built around social interaction. Recognition posts are shared in a live feed where appreciation is visible, engaging, and inclusive for everyone.

    Appreciation becomes a shared experience, and not a private exchange. Employees can like, comment, and celebrate their peers’ successes, creating a positive ripple effect across the company. This transparency motivates staff and embeds recognition into daily culture, while also reinforcing company values. Leaders benefit from a clear, data-driven view of engagement and contribution. By combining recognition with a dynamic social hub, Workstars turns appreciation into something vibrant, authentic, and connected across the entire organization.

  • What makes Workstars different?

    Workstars is first and foremost an employee recognition platform built to celebrate people and performance. Recognition sits at the heart of the experience; it’s social, visible, and authentic, creating a culture of appreciation that goes far beyond transactional reward schemes. The focus is always on human connection and shared success.

    Employee rewards are available, but they’re designed to complement recognition, not replace it. Options such as global digital gift cards and local perks give employees choice when organizations enable this feature. This balanced approach keeps the recognition central while ensuring rewards are delivered fairly, consistently, and in ways that genuinely motivates employees.

  • Does peer-to-peer recognition really support HR strategy?

    Absolutely! Peer-to-peer recognition programs are not just a “nice to have,” they’re a strategic driver of engagement, retention and culture. When employees are empowered to recognize one another, HR leaders can unlock an inclusive and authentic appreciation culture that strengthens morale and reduces reliance on manager-led recognition across the organization.

    Workstars provides HR with valuable data and insights into recognition patterns, identifying culture champions and aligning activity with company values. These analytics inform HR strategies and demonstrate measurable impact. By making recognition transparent and data-backed, Workstars helps HR turn everyday appreciation into a business-wide lever for engagement and performance improvement.

  • How does employee recognition impact engagement and retention?

    Employee recognition plays a vital role in improving engagement and reducing turnover. When employees feel genuinely valued for their contributions, they are more motivated, loyal and aligned with company goals. Recognition transforms the workplace into a positive environment where people feel appreciated and empowered to excel.

    Workstars embeds recognition into daily activity, ensuring appreciation happens in the moment and inclusively across all teams. Real-time peer-to-peer recognition helps employees feel connected and visible, no matter their location. Over time, this culture of appreciation builds trust, strengthens morale, and drives performance, making recognition a proven, strategic driver of long-term engagement and retention.

  • What kind of support does Workstars provide during setup and launch?

    Workstars is designed for smooth, stress-free implementation. From day one, a dedicated onboarding specialist partners with your HR and communications teams to align the platform with your company culture, structure, and goals. Workstars is free to launch, and we provide guidance on technical setup, as well as communication planning and internal engagement strategies.

    Once live, Workstars offers ongoing account management support, best-practice advice, and data insights to help you drive participation and measure impact. Our client success team stays closely involved to ensure your recognition program continues to thrive. With expert onboarding and continuous support, Workstars makes launching and maintaining employee recognition effortless and effective.

  • Can Workstars integrate with other HR and communication tools?

    Yes! Workstars integrates seamlessly with leading HR systems and workplace communication tools to make employee recognition visible and connected across your organization. Integrations with platforms like Microsoft Teams or Slack are used to share and celebrate recognitions given within the platform, ensuring appreciation reaches everyone.

    HRIS integrations simplify data management by updating employee changes such as new joiners, leavers and role changes. Additionally, our open API allows companies to automate the syncing of data. These flexible options remove tedious manual admin, maintain data accuracy, and make it easy for organizations to keep recognition flowing smoothly across existing systems and communication channels.

  • How easy is it to launch your own employee recognition program with Workstars?

    Excited to get started? Well, it won’t take as long as you might think.

    Launching a new recognition and reward program doesn’t need to be complicated. Workstars is designed for simplicity, enabling most programs to go live within weeks, not months. Our dedicated support team works closely with teams to align the platform with company culture and values, ensuring recognition feels authentic from day one.

    Once launched, Workstars requires minimal administration. Employees quickly engage thanks to its familiar social design, while managers can give recognition without adding to their workload. Real-time reporting highlights the impact of recognition across departments. With quick set-up, intuitive use, and ongoing support, Workstars makes embedding meaningful recognition effortless for any organizations.

Employee recognition, make it a HR success story