Quality Incentive Company

10/12/2026

Companies recognize the frontline, sometimes. They reward executives, always. The layer in between gives recognition and receives none. So how can that be fixed?

As published on Medium.com I ran a supermarket for over a decade.

08/26/2026

Employee Recognition and Incentive Program Checklist

When determining the ideal employee recognition program for your company, there are several important factors to consider. Quality Incentive Company’s structured blueprint drives lasting behavioral changes and measurable business results. Follow our Employee Recognition and Incentive Program Checklist, which lists 10 critical steps to follow so your program aligns with your strategic business goals. 💡 Key Takeaway This checklist covers…...

Follow our 10-step employee recognition and incentive program checklist to build a program that drives engagement, retention, and measurable business results.

07/23/2026

Has your recognition or incentive program looked the same for years? We see this often, and the fix might surprise you. One of the most common misconceptions is that refreshing your program means increasing the budget. However, it’s rarely about spending more; it's about reallocating, refocusing, and giving your program a fresh angle that re-engages your people.

06/30/2026

Happy Birthday, America!

This Saturday, we celebrate 250 years as a country! Our hope for you and yours is that this weekend will be filled with family, friends, and a little extra pride in the red, white and blue! This is an important milestone (I’m told the technical term is “semiquincentennial”) two and a half centuries in the making! Back on July 4, 1776, delegates of the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia adopted the Declaration of Independence....

On behalf of the QIC team, happy 250th birthday, America – and Happy 4th of July!

06/26/2026

Incentive Program Statistics and the Industry Trends We’re Watching

The Incentive Research Foundation’s 2026 Trends Report gives a clear read on where rewards and recognition are heading: budgets are tight, logistics are unpredictable, and the programs that work are built with intention. Here are the incentive program trends our team is watching, along with a few thoughts on what each means for the companies running incentive and recognition programs....

QIC reviews the latest incentive program statistics and the industry trends we’re watching from the IRF 2026 Trends Report, from flat budgets to AI.

06/25/2026

What makes QIC different is we work very closely with our clients to make sure the design of their incentive program is there and that they're getting the results they want. They don't just have a technology platform that works; they have a comprehensive solution that works specifically for their business.

04/23/2026

The True Cost of Managing B2B Incentive Programs In-House

💡 KEY TAKEAWAYS Realize the hidden financial and operational costs of managing B2B incentive programs in-house, from time commitments to IT maintenance. Learn why internal programs often experience cost overruns, delayed launches, and high administrative burdens. Discover how partnering with Quality Incentive Company provides scalable, tax-advantaged, and highly engaging reward solutions that deliver a better ROI. Companies may be tempted to build an in-house…...

Discover the hidden costs of managing B2B incentive programs in-house, from delayed launches to rising labor costs, and learn how Quality Incentive Company delivers faster, smarter, and more scalable results.

04/23/2026

When it comes to incentive and recognition programs, an update or refresh is usually a good idea after a few years. At QIC, we counsel our existing clients through regular program reviews to see when it’s time to refresh or enhance their current program.

Is your recognition or incentive program losing impact? Learn when to refresh or replace it, key performance signals to watch, and how to improve engagement without increasing your budget.

04/14/2026

Something that sets QIC apart from our competitors—even as early as the sales cycle—is the amount of time we invest with potential clients to make sure their program is structured in a way that makes sense for their organization. Not just from a cultural standpoint or a goal standpoint, but from an economic standpoint as well.

Learn how accurate ROI projection helps build compelling business cases for incentive programs. See how QIC models ROI to help stakeholders secure internal buy-in and executive approval.

04/07/2026

When we walk clients through the in-house vs. outsource conversation, the decision is often easier than they expect. What differentiates QIC – and what we always emphasize when discussing how to evaluate potential partners – is a combination of four core strengths.

Explore the pros and cons of in-house vs. outsourced employee recognition programs and how middle market companies can choose the right partner for long-term success.