The Hidden Benefits of On-Demand Pay for Employers

Tired of high turnover and the administrative headache of manual off-cycle payments?

On-Demand Pay is rapidly transforming the way employees access their earnings, but it’s also a powerful solution that tackles key operational pain points head-on.

Imagine less time spent processing paycheck advances and more focus on strategic initiatives. Consider the boost in employee morale and retention when financial anxieties are eased, reducing the costly cycle of recruitment and training.

For employers, this innovative financial wellness benefit unlocks a wealth of often-overlooked advantages that can lead to a more engaged, reliable, and cost-effective workforce.

Let’s explore the hidden ways On-Demand Pay can empower your organization.

Boost Labor Predictability and Engagement with On-Demand Pay

Accurate labor forecasting relies on consistent staffing and predictable employee behavior.

On-Demand Pay emerges as a powerful tool in achieving this predictability by fostering increased employee engagement and a greater willingness to work.

Data consistently shows that employees enrolled in DailyPay work 5+ more hours each month than those not enrolled.¹ This increased engagement directly impacts shift fulfillment and staffing, making workforce planning more reliable.

Fast-casual restaurant chain Captain D’s observed that employees using DailyPay regularly checked their accrued wages, incentivizing them to sign up for more shifts to see the immediate impact on their available balance.

Parking and valet services company Parking Management echoes this, finding that the financial flexibility of On-Demand Pay is a powerful motivator that helps ensure adequate staffing across all schedules.

“It also makes it much easier to incentivize people to pick up shifts that aren’t the most desirable shifts.” – Elizabeth Chauncey, Parking Management

The increasing popularity of On-demand Pay motivates employees to work more hours, resulting in a more readily available and engaged workforce.

Slash Absenteeism: Empower Employees, Ensure Reliable Attendance

Financial stress is a significant driver of absenteeism.

When employees face unexpected expenses, the need to miss work to address these issues or cope with the resulting stress can increase absenteeism and negatively impact productivity.

On-Demand Pay alleviates this by providing access to earned pay when needed. This immediate access can prevent situations where employees have to choose between dealing with an emergency and showing up for their shift.

DailyPay offers employees a clear, real-time view of their earnings per shift. This transparency empowers them to understand exactly how much they’ve earned at any point in time, facilitating better budgeting and financial awareness.

Features like Savings jars² take this a step further, allowing employees to allocate a portion of their earnings towards future goals or emergency funds directly within the app. 

By enabling employees to proactively save money and providing a clear understanding of their financial standing, On-Demand Pay equips employees with the tools to plan ahead and build financial resilience.

“After we implemented DailyPay, employees who would usually call out or no-show were significantly reduced. Before DailyPay, there were times when managers were using their own money to help employees fill up their gas tanks to get to work. Now employees have the power and means to solve that problem themselves.” – Katie Johnston, CFO at SEJ Services

This strongly suggests that On-Demand Pay addresses a core issue contributing to absenteeism, leading to a more reliable and present workforce.

Supercharge Timeclock Accuracy and Simplify Payroll Processing

The integration of On-Demand Pay seamlessly incentivizes timeclock compliance because employees need to accurately clock in and out of each shift in order to get early access to their earned wages.

Puma experienced a more than 50% decrease in timecard reconciliations after implementing DailyPay. The team attributed this reduction to both supervisors and employees being more mindful of correct timecards to ensure accurate and timely access to pay via DailyPay.

Ideal Home Health saw an over 8% increase in Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) usage after implementing DailyPay. Because DailyPay uses EVV data to calculate available wages, caregivers were incentivized to use it, eliminating the need for their data entry specialist to work overtime, resulting in cost savings.

Adecco also reported fewer missed punches and pay-related inquiries due to employees’ eagerness to use DailyPay and their 24/7 access to pay balances, further reducing the workload on payroll staff.

These examples demonstrate how On-Demand Pay streamlines payroll processes and reduces administrative burden by promoting accurate timekeeping.

Unlock Real Cost Savings and Improve Business Outcomes with On-Demand Pay

The advantages of On-Demand Pay translate into tangible cost savings and a significant return on investment.

Adecco reported an increase in retention rates, with turnover currently at 36% for

non-DailyPay users and 22% for DailyPay users. This increase in retention directly lowers recruitment, hiring, and training costs. They also noted improved seasonal hiring results.

Fundamental Administrative Services found:

• Employees enrolled in DailyPay stayed an average of 62 days longer.

• New DailyPay users had an 8% turnover rate compared to 20% for non-users, resulting in nearly $1 million in turnover cost savings.
• Off-cycle payments decreased by 19% in the first year, increasing to 22% in the second, saving significant payroll processing time and costs.

Juniper Communities experienced a 21% reduction in turnover among DailyPay users, highlighting its impact on both recruitment and retention.

PMTD Restaurants saw a significant reduction in cash shrinkage, with the average shortage per restaurant per week dropping from $14.04 to $5.19, representing a direct cost saving.

Reap the Rewards: Build a Stronger, More Efficient Workforce Today

The benefits of On-Demand Pay for employers are multifaceted and impactful.

Beyond enhancing employee financial wellness, it drives significant improvements in labor management, reduces absenteeism, incentivizes greater accuracy in timekeeping, and ultimately delivers substantial cost savings.

The data and testimonials from companies across various industries clearly illustrate that

On-Demand Pay is not just a perk—it’s a strategic tool that cultivates a more efficient, engaged, and profitable future.