Tag: Employee Benefit

  • Q&A Interview with SHRM

    What is ATMatWork?

    In today’s tight job market, companies need to get creative to attract and keep talented employees. And, with Millennials and Gen Z entering the workplace, these younger generations are looking for more than just a paycheck. Some companies offer benefits like pet insurance, flexible hours, mental health days and more. ATMatWork offers employers a cost-effective benefit that will save their staff time and money – easy cash access by having an ATM on-site.

    How does ATMatWork save employees money in ATM and banking fees?

    Despite the rise of credit cards and digital payments, cash remains the number one payment instrument in the U.S, according to the Federal Reserve’s Diary of Payment Choice. Cash representing 30 percent of all transactions; 55 percent of transactions under $10 and 32 percent of payments between $10 and $24.99.

    Employees are using ATMs – and the fees they pay for going to the closest ATM can add up quickly. The national average for withdrawing cash is $3.50 and financial institutions charge an additional fee of as much as $2.50 on average for using an out of network ATM. That’s $6 for withdrawing $60.

    ATMatWork offers a number of surcharge-free options that allow staff to get cash for lunch, vending or the weekend at no charge. And, some of the options available also save employees the banking fees as well. We offer Brinks paycard fee-free ATMs, bank or credit union branded ATMs, machines that run surcharge-free networks or free for everyone options.

    Can you provide an example?

    A Corpus Christi, TX-based company, that employs around 700 workers in two full-time shifts, was looking for a better way to pay their employees and save them money. Aware of the fees their employees paid to cash checks, management decided to make the move from paper checks to Brinks Money paycards.

    However, that was only one piece of the solution. They also needed a way to make it easier for their staff to access their funds without having to pay ATM fees and save them time ‒ especially since hourly employees only have a 30-minute lunch hour.

    After reviewing the variety of options ATMatWork offers, the Human Resources Director decided on a surcharge-free ATM that would provide free balance inquiries for everyone, and fee-free cash withdrawals and no out of network ATM fees for the majority of their employees – both those who had bank accounts and those who participated in the Brink’s paycard program.

    Installation of the ATM in the break room was an immediate success. On average, employees complete 1,600 transactions every month, withdrawing as much as $100,000 over the course of a month and save in excess of $4,600 in fees. Having the ATM in the break room also saves employees a great deal of time because they no longer have to leave work to obtain cash for lunch, vending or leave early on payday to go to the bank.

    What are the biggest challenges companies face when implementing ATMs at work?

    Installation of an on-site ATM is easy, hassle-free for management and can be completed in two weeks. ATMatWork owns and manages the machine so there is no extra work involved for management. All the employer needs to provide is an electrical outlet and a place to put it. ATMatWork also provides custom marketing materials to help HR professionals promote the benefits of having an ATM on-site.

    What do you wish more HR professionals knew about ATMatWork?

    Cash remains the number one payment option for Americans, with Millennials relying on cash more than any other demographic. And the less an employee makes the more they rely on cash.

     According to the FDIC National Survey of Unbanked and Underbanked Households, 32.6 million  U.S. households are unbanked or underbanked. In 2017, the survey estimated 25.2% of Americans had either no access or limited access to a bank account or used alternative means such as paycards or pre-paid cards, to access their wages. Virtually all unbanked or underbanked employees belong to households making less than $50,000 annually. These workers, which can least afford it, are subject to fees for check cashing and ATM fees.

     Having a surcharge-free ATM on-site is a benefit that companies can offer their employees that will allow them to keep more of their hard-earned wages. It’s affordable as well. In most cases, the cost of having an ATM on-site is less than what the company pays for just one employee to have health insurance.

    How important are benefits like this in employee retention?

    The cost of ATM fees and out of network fees charged by an employee’s financial institution can quickly add up, and employees know it. If the employer is offering this service, staff are less likely to switch jobs for an extra dollar an hour, especially if their potential new employer does not offer an ATM on-site.

     Human Resource Directors know their employees are using the ATM and understand the benefits once they see it in action for themselves. We frequently get calls from HR professionals, who have switched companies, wanting to add an ATM.    

    For anyone who won’t be able to make it to the ATMatWork booth in Las Vegas, what do you want them to know?

    Give us a call at 866.440.4700, send us an email at sales@atmatwork.com or visit our website. We’ll be happy to walk you through the many benefits of having an ATM on-site for employees and the surcharge-free ATM options we offer. Our staff goes above and beyond and will work with you to find the best option to fit your employees’ needs.

  • ATMatWork Welcomes The People’s Bank & YMCA

    More than an ATM… A Powerful Dynamic Marketing Tool

    The fully branded ATM at the YMCA is more than just a cash dispenser… it’s a Powerful Market Tool that helps the bank to:

    • Grow Deposit Accounts 

    • Enhance Relationships with account holders and local businesses

    • Creates a Better Brand Impression with custom marketing on the ATM

    Affordable & Hassle Free

    No need for the bank or credit union to buy hardware, load cash, maintenance or keep up with compliance. The ATM experts at ATMatWork handle it all for a low monthly fee.

    Download our brochure to learn more about our ATM programs.

  • Make a New Year’s Resolution to Save Staff Time & Money with an ATM in the Workplace as a New Employee Benefit

    It doesn’t take a big raise or expensive gifts to make employees happy. Millennials especially look at benefits differently than their predecessors. As the first tech-savvy generation, they expect digital connectivity and convenient self-service access everywhere they go.

    One of the simplest ways to ensure employee satisfaction is get creative with benefits and perks that add real value to employees’ lives. That’s why the popularity of ATMs in the workplace is growing among employees and employers alike.

    Employees love having easy, safe access to their funds without having to use break time or leave work early to run errands.

    • Saves Employees Money. By having a surcharge-free ATM in your building, employees save thousands of dollars annually.  

    • Saves Employees Time. Being able to do their banking at work, saves employees a considerable amount of time. No more using break time or leaving work early to drive to the bank for cash.

    •  Increases Employee Safety. Having an ATM in the workplace offers an extra layer of security for employees since there is no safer place to withdraw cash than at work.

    A Competitive Advantage without a Big Price Tag

    In addition to making it convenient for staff, having an ATM on-site give employers a competitive recruiting advantage. And, having an ATM at work is cost-effective. In fact, in most cases having a surcharge-free ATM in the building is less expensive than paying for medical insurance for a single employee for just one month.

     Employees thrive at work when they know their contributions are valued. Letting your employees know they matter to you and the company helps employees stay engaged and excited, improving both the quality of work and the overall office environment.

    Contact the experts at ATM at Work and let us help you thank your employees by giving them surcharge-free access to their funds ‒ saving them time and money with an ATM at work!

  • Find the ATM Option that Best Suits Your Employee’s Needs

    Your employees are using an ATM and chances are they are spending a great deal of their paycheck on fees to obtain cash. 

    Many Human Resource professionals recognize this and that’s why having ATM in the building to give their staff easy access to cash — surcharge-free — is becoming one of the hottest new employees benefits being offered by employers.

    Having an ATM on-site Saves Employees Time and Money, Keeps Staff at Work and provides a Convenient and Safe Environment for employees to do their banking. And best of all ATMatWork offers ATM options that are Hassle-Free and, in most cases, less than what you pay in insurance for one employee each month.

    Contact the experts at ATMatWork and let us help you select the ATM program that best suits your employee’s needs.

  • Why You and Your Employees Will Love Having an ATM at Work

    It doesn’t take a big raise or expensive gifts to make employees happy. Millennials especially look at benefits differently than their predecessors. As the first tech-savvy generation, they expect digital connectivity and convenient self-service access everywhere they go. One of the simplest ways to ensure employee satisfaction is to offer benefits and work perks that add real value to employees’ lives.

    The popularity of ATMs in the workplace is growing among employees and employers alike. Not only does it give employers a competitive advantage but having an ATM at work is less expensive than paying for medical insurance for a single employee for just one month. Employees also love having easy, safe access to funds without having to use break time to run errands.

     Employees Save Time & Money. ATM at Work offers a variety of surcharge-free options that will your staff access to cash at no charge ‒ saving employees thousands of dollars annually. For employees who don’t qualify for fee-free withdrawals, ATMatWork terminals boast a surcharge-fee that is 55 cents cheaper than the national average. Coupled with the fact that there is no travel time for balance inquiries, transfers and withdrawals, employees save a considerable amount of time by having easy access to an ATM on-site.

     Increased Employee Safety. ATM crimes have been on the rise for the last several years, including low-tech attacks like muggings. Having a terminal in the workplace offers an extra layer of security for employees since they don’t have to worry about being victims of violent crime.

     Keeps Employees at Work. Full-time workers often have a hard time finding time to run errands, pay bills and visit their local bank branch. With an on-site ATM, employees have instant access to payday funds with no change to their work schedule or loss time. Since ATMatWork terminals are serviced and filled with notes weekly, employees never run short on cash – whether it is for break room vending or larger responsibilities, like utility bills.  

     Employees thrive at work when they know their contributions are valued. Letting your employees know they matter to you and the company helps employees stay engaged and excited, improving both the quality of work and the overall office environment.

    ATMatWork is now offering an Allpoint surcharge-free ATM option. Transactions are free for employees who use some of the most popular paycards and bank at the more than 1,400 financial institutions that are part of the network.

    And best of all the ATM is hassle-free and, in most cases, less than what you pay in insurance for one employee each month.

  • Thank your Employees this Holiday Season… and all year round by giving them Convenient Access with an ATM at Work!

    Your employees are using an ATM and chances are they are spending a great deal of their paycheck on fees to obtain cash. 

    Many Human Resource professionals recognize this and that’s why having ATM in the building to give their staff easy access to cash — surcharge-free — is becoming one of the hottest new employees benefits being offered by employers.

    Having an ATM on-site Saves Employees Time and Money, Keeps Staff at Work and provides a Convenient and Safe Environment for employees to do their banking. And best of all ATMatWork offers ATM options that are Hassle-Free and, in most cases, less than what you pay in insurance for one employee each month.

    Contact the payment professionals at ATMatWork to get started. 

  • Be a Human Resource Superhero by Providing Your Staff with an ATM at Work!

    Your employees are using an ATM and chances are they are spending a great deal of their paycheck on fees to obtain cash. 

    Many Human Resource professionals recognize this and that’s why having ATM in the building to give their staff easy access to cash — surcharge-free — is becoming one of the hottest new employees benefits being offered by employers.

    Having an ATM on-site Saves Employees Time and Money, Keeps Staff at Work and provides a Convenient and Safe Environment for employees to do their banking. And best of all ATMatWork offers ATM options that are Hassle-Free and, in most cases, less than what you pay in insurance for one employee each month.

    Contact the payment professionals at ATMatWork to get started. 

  • Attract Millennials with Paycards & a Surcharge-Free ATM as an Employee Benefit

    Each generation has its own values and expectations. Rather than the work-life balance desired by many Gen Xers and their older cohorts, Millennials desire work-life integration. The younger, tech-savvy generations prefer non-traditional incentives that allow them to create synergy between all areas of their lives, such as work, school and family. Since Millennials are expected to comprise 75% of the workforce by 2020, employers need to get creative with their employee benefits.

    In recent years, one major point of contention for Millennials is the difficulty to bank within the traditional 8 a.m.-5 p.m. shift. It can be nearly impossible to manage weekly banking needs within the space of a few minutes while lines of other financial institution customers wait impatiently behind. This creates competition between employee’s defined work schedules and their financial obligations.

    Although direct deposit is the norm, employees are looking to their employers and alternative financial institutions for hassle-free access to their money.

    Payroll Cards as an Alternate Form of Payment

    According to a 2015 FICO report, Millennials continue to embrace non-traditional methods of banking, and approximately 56% of participants between the ages of 18 and 24 either use alternative payment services or are planning to do so. One way for employers to help meet the growing demand for work-life integration and easier cash access is to institute a paycard or payroll card program.

    A recent study by CSFI indicated that employees with a wide range of salaries, some as high as a $100,000 per year, choose to use payroll cards. While over 80% of those surveyed have active banks accounts, they still chose the paycard program offered by their employer for sheer convenience.

    Paycard Programs & On-Site Surcharge-Free ATMs as an Employee Benefit

    One noticeable drawback to payroll cards is the fees charged to obtain cash. To combat that problem, Brinks Money Paycards has teamed up with ATMatWork to be able to offer employers ATM options at work for employees such bank or credit union branded and surcharge-free ATM options – to compliment their paycard programs and save employees time and money.

    With an on-site ATM, employees enjoy the convenience of completing routine transactions in a safe and secure environment – using their paycard surcharge-free or financial institution-issued debit cards.

    The combination of payroll cards and fee-free cash access at work is a fantastic employee benefit that allows the work-life integration preferred by Millennials.

    Paycard programs combined with an ATM on-site is gaining popularity among employees – and not just hourly workers – and employers. As an added bonus, instituting these benefits can save employees thousands of dollars in fees and keep employees at work.

    To find out more about offering employees paycads, contact Brinks Money. To offer an ATM on-site as an employee benefit, contact ATMatWork.

    ATMatWork is now offering an Allpoint surcharge-free ATM option. Transactions are free for employees who use some of the most popular paycards and bank at the more than 1,400 financial institutions that are part of the network.

    And best of all the ATM is hassle-free and, in most cases, less than what you pay in insurance for one employee each month.

  • ATMatWork Welcomes Resurgent Capital Services

    Your employees are using an ATM and chances are they are spending a great deal of their paycheck on fees to obtain cash. 

    Resurgent Capital Services recognized this and installed an ATM in their building to give their staff easy access to cash — surcharge-free. 

    One of the hottest new HR benefits being offered by employers, having an ATM on-site saves employees time and money, keeps staff at work and provides a convenient and safe environment for employees to do their banking. Now offering an Allpoint surcharge-free ATM option, transactions are free for employees who use some of the most popular paycards and bank at the more than 1,400 financial institutions that are part of the network.

    And best of all the ATM is hassle-free and, in most cases, less than what you pay in insurance for one employee each month.

    Contact the payment professionals at ATMatWork to get started. 

  • ATMatWork Welcomes Pure Power Technologies

    Staff need cash for everyday purchases like lunch and vending machines, and many leave work early on payday to go to the ATM. 

    Blythewood, South Carolina-based Pure Power Technologies recognized this need and contacted ATMatWork about installed an ATM in their building to give their staff easy access to cash. 

    They chose the Allpoint Network surcharge-free option, which allows the majority of their employees to withdraw cash with NO fee.

    One of the hottest new HR benefits being offered by employers, having an ATM on-site saves employees time and money, keeps staff at work and provides a convenient and safe environment for employees to do their banking. Now offering an Allpoint surcharge-free ATM option, transactions are free for employees who use some of the most popular paycards and bank at the more than 1,400 financial institutions that are part of the network.

    And best of all the ATM is hassle-free and, in most cases, less than what you pay in insurance for one employee each month.