Introduction
As a leading food supplier for the HMART Group, GRAND BK CORP recognizes the importance of employee well-being in a high-paced retail environment. With no prior wellness initiatives in place, the company sought a structured and engaging solution to promote movement, foster workplace health, and encourage employees to develop long-term fitness habits. Since implementing Pacer for Teams in 2022, GRAND BK CORP has successfully introduced a company-wide wellness program, leveraging step challenges, virtual adventures, and personalized goal-setting to enhance employee engagement and promote a culture of well-being.
The Challenge: Encouraging Movement in a Demanding Work Environment
Before Pacer for Teams, there were no formal wellness programs at GRAND BK CORP. Employees often remained sedentary during their work shifts and even skipped movement during lunch breaks due to heavy workloads. Recognizing the need to inspire employees to prioritize their health, the company sought a cost-effective and easy-to-use platform to introduce a structured fitness initiative.
By choosing Pacer for Teams, GRAND BK CORP was able to
- Launch company-wide step challenges that fit seamlessly into employees’ daily routines.
- Encourage team-based competition to foster motivation and engagement.
- Ensure accessibility with a platform that integrates with both Android and Apple devices.
- Create a long-term wellness strategy, moving beyond one-time events to a sustainable, twice-yearly challenge format.
Solution: A Wellness Program That Inspires Consistency
GRAND BK CORP designed its wellness program around Step Challenges and Daily Step Goal Challenges, ensuring inclusivity for employees of all fitness levels. After experimenting with challenge durations, they found that a 40-day format worked best for engagement, balancing motivation without leading to burnout.
To keep employees excited about participation, the company introduced:
- Adventure challenges and virtual map challenges to add variety.
- League-style leaderboards that encouraged friendly competition.
- Frequent challenge updates shared via internal channels to maintain momentum.
These strategies transformed wellness from an occasional initiative into an embedded part of company culture.
Employee Engagement and Results
The introduction of Pacer for Teams has driven lasting behavioral changes among employees. Many participants reported that the challenges helped them develop new fitness habits, making movement a regular part of their daily lives.
Key outcomes:
- Sustained participation, with employees eagerly anticipating each new challenge.
- Higher activity levels, with many employees walking or running more than ever before.
- Stronger team engagement, as friendly competition and shared goals motivated employees across departments.
Conclusion
GRAND BK CORP’s wellness journey with Pacer for Teams demonstrates the power of long-term corporate wellness initiatives in promoting physical activity, fostering engagement, and creating a healthier workforce. By strategically implementing challenges that align with employee needs, the company has successfully built a workplace culture where wellness is not just encouraged—it’s a shared experience.
