Cycling is not only good for your staff but good for your business too!
On time: in rush hour, a bicycle can be twice as fast as a car in busy traffic. That means people who cycle in to work are less likely to be late.
Business is Better by Bike
Incentives
Cycle to Work scheme
Cyclescheme – give your people up to 50% off a new bike
Cyclescheme is a free initiative that lets employees get up to 50% off a new bike and pay for it in instalments by sacrificing a percentage of their salary. It’s easy to set up and administrate – find out more at www.cyclescheme.co.uk
Facilities
What facilities do you have to support your staff to cycle to work? Do you have cycle parking, lockers, changing rooms or drying facilities?
If so, do your staff know about them and where they are? Make sure you promote your existing facilities on your staff webpages and in staff induction information. You might like to create a travel display in a central place highlighting these facilities - see the section on Promotion.
Promotion
Sustainable Travel Display within your organization
This could be located in reception or a communal staff area and contain information about cycling in your area, bike shops, maintenance, and contact details for the cycling champion in your company.
Events
Holding an event at work provides a great opportunity for team building and inspiring people. Some ideas are highlighted below. Do get in touch with us if you would like to discuss any of these events in more detail.