Incentive solutions foster workplace well-being

Rewarding adherence to safety protocols is more than a procedural step. It is a strategy for fostering a workplace that values well-being. So says Steve Mallaby, CEO of Adumo Payouts – a secure physical and digital prepaid payout solutions provider for South African businesses. 

“While some employers may question the need for additional compensation, viewing it as redundant, a well-structured incentive shows employees that their safety and well-being matter. This approach transcends the transactional and reinforces genuine care and commitment,” explains Mallaby. 

When conducted effectively, such a programme can encourage employees to remain vigilant and motivated, shifting the culture towards safety as a shared goal. It not only improves morale and job satisfaction, but also reduces safety incidents, enhancing productivity and sustaining profitability. Beyond workplace benefits, incentive-driven safety programmes can positively impact surrounding communities, as they reflect, for example, a mining company’s commitment to safe and fair working conditions. 

Adumo Payouts is also dedicated to improving financial security through its payout mechanisms, which are designed to enhance employees’ economic participation. By partnering with credible payout providers, companies ensure that employees receive incentives that are paid out separately from their wages, with clear, transparent access to these funds. 

“We ensure these incentive payouts are protected from debit orders and garnishee deductions, thus enabling employees to prioritise savings and manage debt more effectively,” says Mallaby. 

Adumo Payouts has plans to introduce additional benefits for mineworkers, with an emphasis on empowering the growing number of women in the sector. Mallaby emphasises the pivotal role Adumo’s payout model plays in fostering financial independence for female employees, whilst in the future it will also provide crucial support to families impacted by workplace incidents and fatalities. 

The company recently collaborated with South African iron ore producer Kumba Iron Ore on its “Leading with Care” initiative at the Kolomela iron ore mine in the Northern Cape. By integrating Adumo Payouts’ card-based incentive system with Kolomela’s app, the programme offers a seamless, voucher-based reward system for safety and production achievements, reinforcing a culture of recognition and care at every level.