Outsourcing Impact Award on Health & Wellness (Gold)
Health & Wellness Program with a Charity Match
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Outsourcing Impact Award on Health & Wellness (Gold)
Health & Wellness Program with a Charity Match
Arcanys' Health & Wellness Program with a Charity Match focuses on both employee well-being and the community. The firm also utilizes this program to support the Arcanys Early Learning Foundation (AELF), highlighting its dedication to social responsibility.
As a finalist in the Health and Wellness category of the OIR Awards, the Swiss software development outsourcing firm establishes a standard for corporate efforts in the outsourcing sector.
The Health & Wellness Program provides various perks, such as onsite gym access, covered gym memberships, and options to buy sports gear.
What sets this initiative apart is the charity match feature. Employees earn a PHP 50 (US$1) cash incentive for every workout they log, which is matched by a donation to the Arcanys Early Learning Foundation (AELF). This foundation supports underprivileged children in Cebu, linking personal health with community impact.
The primary goal of the Health & Wellness Program is to make healthy habits accessible to employees while supporting community-driven efforts. The initiative started small, with races and wellness talks.
Over time, it grew into a comprehensive program that not only provides fitness resources but also connects personal health with community impact.
The effectiveness of the Health & Wellness Program is reflected in its participation metrics. As of July 31, 2024, a total of 80,107 workouts were recorded by employees using the ArcWorkouts app, proving the program's effectiveness in encouraging physical activity.
The initiative has also resulted in a 25% decrease in paid sick days between 2022 and 2023, highlighting its beneficial effect on employee welfare. In addition, 99% of staff view Arcanys as an excellent workplace, showing the helpful atmosphere created by these well-being programs.
Currently, the program boasts a 63% participation rate among team members, with approximately 200 employees averaging three workouts per week. The AELF has also made significant strides, supporting over 5,000 preschool children through 150,000 free coaching sessions since 2012. This demonstrates how the program benefits not only employees but also contributes to the well-being of underserved children in Cebu City.
The co-founders of Arcanys, Alan Debonneville & Frederic Joye, spearheaded this initiative due to their deep investment in employee well-being. Their vision encourages a culture of health and fitness, where rewards benefit both employees and the broader community.
The program's impact has been immense—financially, physically, and emotionally. Over PHP 4 million (US$70,000) in donations have gone to the AELF from employee workout efforts alone, creating a virtuous cycle where personal wellness drives social good.
Arcanys Software Developer Milcah P. shared that working out five times a week at the Arcanys gym significantly improved their health and strength. The health and wellness incentives have increased their body awareness and helped them find a better work-life balance. They feel more in control of their health than ever before.
Milcah also appreciates that each workout contributes a 50-peso donation to the Arcanys Foundation, making her feel fulfilled.
“Every workout not only has a positive impact on me but also inspires fellow Arcanytes and supports the Arcanys Early Learning Foundation community,” Milach added.
In numbers
80,107
workouts logged by Arcanys employees on the ArcWorkouts app as of July 31, 2024
Over PHP 4 million (USD 70,000)
given to employees as cash incentives for working on their health
25%
reduction in paid sick leave from 2022 to 2023
99%
of employees say Arcanys is a great place to work
63%
of team members (200 people) participating in the wellness program, averaging 3 workouts per user per week
Over 5,000
preschool children and their parents supported through 150,000 free coaching sessions by the Arcanys Early Learning Foundation since 2012
Now in its second year, the OIR Awards recognize outsourcing companies that have made positive impacts in areas such as community building, education, diversity, and health.
Accompanying the OIR Awards is the comprehensive OIR Report that analyzes each outsourcing company’s impact initiatives and highlights how their projects are transforming lives and industries.
This two-pronged campaign comprises an Outsourcing Impact Awards event, which honors outstanding impact initiatives by outsourcing companies, and an Outsourcing Impact Report, encapsulating the compelling case stories behind these initiatives.
By documenting and acknowledging the far-reaching impacts and corporate social responsibility efforts of outsourcing companies, we aim to foster a broader, more nuanced understanding of the outsourcing landscape and its potential to drive positive change.