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Introducing STARS Recognition System


The employee anniversary is one of the unique times that top management can communicate directly to its employees. McDowell Incentives, Inc. has teamed with CSI International to develop the ideal turnkey solution to awarding these employees' anniversaries.  It's called STARS - Simplified Tracking Award Recognition SystemSTARS is a unique approach to award programs, which combines the advantages of a symbolic recognition program with a contemporary flair, and is supported by the industry's most advanced web-based administration system.  

The fundamental principle behind STARS is the "recipient's choice."  Each employee is empowered to choose their award from a pre-selected ensemble of merchandise that includes gifts for the home and office, fashion jewelry, watches, tools, and outdoor lifestyles.   Here are some of STARS capabilities:

  • SPECIAL ANNIVERSARY PACKAGING FOR PRESENTATION

STARS Award Packaging

Commemorative Award SelectionsContemporary Award Selections

Unlike other reward options, STARS provides a balanced recognition solution by providing both corporately identified (Commemorative) and non-decorated (Contemporary) selections in 19 budget levels.  Commemorative awards contain a 24k gold or silver symbolic medallion that will display your corporate identity.  Most levels contain 35 items to choose from and have a lifetime warranty.  Contemporary awards include the most popular items in electronics, outdoor, home, office, designer jewelry, and other lifestyle items.   Most levels contain 50 items to choose from.

  • FOUR WAYS FOR EMPLOYEES TO ORDER

Phone, Fax, Mail, or Personalized Internet Order Page.

  • E-ADMIN

24/7 Internet-based ordering and reporting system with online gift tracking from our fufillment centers in Niagara Falls (US), Chicago (U.S.) or Toronto (Canada).

  • EMAIL NOTIFICATIONS

     

E-Cards and E-Certificates available with manager notification

 

 

We provide automated notifications to both Managers and Recipients for all upcoming anniversaries.  Provided within the notification message is a link to our E-card and E-Certificate module.  With a few clicks, a congratulatory E-communication can be sent to the recipient for an added personal touch.

 

 

  • CELEBRATION LITE

Celebration Lite box with letter and coaster

 

In order to satisfy the need of recognizing early anniversaries and to engage those new hires, we've introduced CelebrationLite.  These stand alone gifts offer a similar impact as STARS but at two lower budget levels.

 

 

  • SPOT AWARDS (NEW Sept 2008)

Spot Recogntion AwardsAll STARS clients now have FREE access to our on-demand "Spot Recognition" module.  Now all supervisors, managers, and staff will have access to instant recognition all year long - from e-cards and e-certificates to medallion-identified gifts.  Utilize your corporate identified medallion, or choose from our stock medallion choices: Above & Beyond, Team, Star Performer, Commitment to Safety, etc.



Watch STARS Video

Why STARS?

  1. It's the only reward solution that offers everything both management and employees want - logo identification and choice.

  2. 72 hour average turnaround on undecorated selections, and less than 10 business day average turnaround on decorated merchandise (until STARS, unheard of in the industry).

  3. Both an inside and outside customer service person dedicated to service your needs and answer your questions

  4. A dynamic reward company flexible enough to offer real time solutions with up to date technology

  5. A lifetime guarantee because we want to be your partner for life.


Free STARS Benefits


 Intro Letters and Posters

Well-designed campaign intro letters and posters

Free View-only Intranet Site

 View only intranet site for employees to see the selections

Email Notifications

 Recipient and Manager Email Notifications

Employee Evaluations / Surveys

Survey employees on quality, service, etc.


McDowell Divisons


Employee and Customer RecognitionSafety Awareness and Injury PreventionPromotional Products DivisionCustom Apparel