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The Giftbit Blog | Digital Gift Cards, Rewards, and Incentives

Electronic Rewards 101: Easy Options for Businesses & Researchers

Written by Emily Byrne | March 11, 2025

Electronic rewards are changing the way businesses run incentive programs, making rewards easier to send, track, and redeem. Whether you're looking to boost employee engagement, encourage customer loyalty, or streamline research incentives, eRewards offer a seamless and instant solution—no more shipping delays or lost gift cards.

 

Article at a glance 🔎 
Electronic rewards offer instant, flexible, and cost-effective digital gift card options that boost engagement and streamline operations.

They let businesses deliver personalized rewards instantly, which is better for all of your recipients.

 

Digital incentives have become a vital part of modern engagement. As more people rely on digital wallets and online transactions, traditional paper-based rewards feel outdated, inefficient, and often inconvenient.

In this article, we’ll explore electronic rewards, why they work so well, and how to use them effectively in different programs. 

What are eRewards?

Simply put, electronic rewards (i.e., digital gift cards and prepaid cards) are any digital rewards or incentives that you distribute electronically rather than physically.

The need for automated gift card fulfillment is always growing, requiring more (and more sophisticated) digital distribution options. These include digital gift cards, virtual prepaid cards, and points-based systems that recipients access instantly through email, SMS text, social DMs or Slack, or their own dedicated reward platforms.

That’s why more and more businesses are using eRewards for their reward and incentive programs. eRewards eliminate shipping, handling, and inventory management needs, allowing instant delivery to recipients worldwide with just a few clicks.

💬 “The key for a successful program comes down to engagement and behavior change," says Nat Salvione, Giftbit CCO. "The reward being digital and instantly available plays a critical role in that success.”

 

At a glance: The key benefits of electronic rewards and incentives

Benefit

Why it matters

Instant Impact     Digital rewards deliver a fast, cost-efficient boost to your incentive programs with no waiting and no shipping hassles.
Broad Appeal     They resonate with employees, customers, and survey participants by offering flexible, bite-sized rewards that leave a lasting impression.
Global Reach     Access a worldwide selection of popular brands to suit every market and audience, ensuring universal appeal.
Effortless Management     Automated delivery and real-time tracking simplify program administration, letting you focus on performance and outcomes.
Modern Engagement     By leveraging digital wallets and online transactions, these rewards foster higher engagement and create memorable experiences across your incentive initiatives.

 

Why digital gift cards make great eRewards

 

Section at a glance 🔎 How digital cards offer significant advantages over physical ones:

✅ Instant delivery when rewards are earned
✅ No shipping or production costs
✅ Smaller denomination options for flexible rewards
✅ Choice from hundreds of popular brands

 

Sure, electronic rewards of all types of treat. But which ones work best for which best for business use cases?

The answer is simple: digital gift cards (especially popular options like