Throughout the Bayer organization worldwide, many different appreciation and recognition programs are in place. They vary from country to country, reflecting different customs, opportunities and preferences. But they all serve the same purpose: To recognize the contribution of individuals to our company’s success.
The U.S. has a points-based program called “Better Because of You” that allows employees to select a gift in recognition of contributions to the organization and demonstration of LIFE values and milestones in their careers. Four unique program components are housed within a web portal, and all of them are aligned to Bayer’s LIFE values: Leadership, Integrity, Flexibility and Efficiency.
Applause and Pinnacle are programs that allow peers and managers to recognize and reward other employees for their contributions. Applause celebrates employees who go “above and beyond” in living our LIFE values. Pinnacle awards recognize people for the utmost examples of LIFE values that lead to a lasting, positive impact on Bayer and our customers.
Also available through the Better Because of You portal, are LIFE Milestones and Ambassador awards. LIFE Milestones honor each significant anniversary, starting at 5 years of service and continuing every 5 years thereafter. Employees will be sent an access code prior to an eligible anniversary, and they may make an award selection from a collection of gifts.
The Ambassadors program honors those who are concluding their careers at Bayer through retirement.