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Smart Investment for Organizations:  Health of Their Workforce

By Siobhán M. Palmer, R.N., Director of Medical Operations

October 13, 2009 - 11:00AM

Even in the midst of this economic downturn, organizations in the know are still investing in wellness programs. Why is that? Positive return on investment. Research has shown that for every one dollar invested in wellness programs, the ROI is between $3 and $6.

Employers cannot afford to ignore the fact that 87.5% of healthcare claims costs are due to an individual's lifestyle¹. In the United States, where payroll is normally the highest expense an employer has, we face a trend of escalating healthcare costs. At some point, these costs could exceed payroll. This spiraling trend negatively impacts an organization's bottom line and the economy of the country as a whole, as companies continue to outsource labor and relocate to countries where healthcare is cheaper.