Cycle-to-work schemes are becoming more and more popular – but what are some of the benefits you can expect by introducing such a scheme to your workplace? We take a look at the advantages for your employees, business, and the planet.

With fuel prices rising and climate change a hotly covered item in the news, cycle-to-work schemes are becoming increasingly popular for businesses of all sizes. If you have been thinking of introducing a scheme like this to your own workplace, you may be wondering what kind of benefits you might enjoy. We explore some of the potential benefits for your business, as well as how this could help the environment, and your employee productivity.


  1. Fewer sick days

A huge amount of time and money is lost to employee sick days. While introducing a cycle-to-work scheme won’t eliminate this, encouraging easy and achievable exercise for your employees can help them to be healthier and less prone to those regular illnesses like coughs and colds.


  1. Lowering commuting costs and times

Getting employees back to the office hasn’t been easier after working from home, and some of that is due to the cost and time spent commuting. While cycle-to-work schemes might not be suitable for those who live further afield, the reduced commuting costs and ease of cycling could encourage some employees to come into the office more frequently.


  1. Reducing your carbon footprint

If you're seeking easy ways to reduce your company’s carbon footprint, there are many ways you can do this. From introducing LED bulbs to encouraging conscious water consumption, there are many factors in being kinder to the environment. A cycle-to-work scheme can support your environmental initiatives, with both traditional and electric bikes lowering emissions.


  1. Potential productivity increase

We're living in an increasingly sedentary age where it's normal to drive to work, and then sit behind a computer screen all day with few breaks. A cycle-to-work scheme can encourage employees to break out of this habit, and can even boost productivity. Physical exercise is of course associated with health benefits, but has also been linked to better concentration, lower stress, and improved mood – all of which can help employees to focus and thrive at work.


  1. Good for your image

Savvy consumers and clients are taking more of an interest in the actions and principles of the companies they engage with – and this is also true of employees. A cycle-to-work scheme could help to promote an image of environmental care and awareness, boosting your profile among a new generation of consumers. Extra measures, some of which are subsidised by government schemes, such as bike storage and reduced cost bicycles for staff also improve your image with potential employees.

 

Cycling is great for mental and physical health, as well as potentially giving your company good publicity. With all of these incredible benefits, introducing a cycle-to-work scheme and installing bike storage seems like one of the best ideas for businesses of all types looking to boost morale and lower your overall emissions.