6 ways to engage employees in a wearables program

Employers are increasingly investing in wearable fitness devices for their employees, and many want guidance on how to implement them effectively. These six promising practices are being used to turn wearables into powerful wellness tools, according to new research from the Health Enhancement Research Organization, a national nonprofit that works to identify and share workplace health best practices.

For many, costs can be a barrier to buying a fitness tracker. To get employees to use a wearable tracker, start by offering that device at no or reduced cost to remove potential financial barriers.