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Empuls lets you set up gifts by creating collections of gift cards and merchandise from 20+ categories. Collections provide the flexibility to reward employees with tangible items instead of the conventional points system.

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Before you begin

Understand employee demographics and preferences, and consider budget allocation across different gift categories.

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How to set up product-based gifts

1

Add a gifting event

Navigate to Gifts > Manage Gifts and click Create Gift. Select Send Manually.
Gifts > Manage Gifts page with Create Gift button
Send Manually option selected in the gift creation dialog
2

Create a new event

Select from existing event templates or Create New Event. Fill in the Event Name, Title, and Message.
Create New Event form with Event Name, Title, and Message fields
Event details form continued with title and message configuration
3

Configure the gift

In the next step, configure the gift. To set up a product-based gift, select Yes, Add Merchandise Collection and click Select Collection.
Configure gift screen with Yes, Add Merchandise Collection option selected
4

Select or create a new collection

Select a collection from the list or click Create New Collection.
Collections list with existing collections and Create New Collection option
  • Select the country of your choice by clicking on the country name.
Country selection screen for filtering available products by geography
  • Choose Gift Cards, Merchandise, or a mix of both. Filter options across 20+ categories including Food, Fashion, Lifestyle, Travel, Baby Care, and more.
  • Click Add next to each product you want to include in the collection.
Product catalogue showing gift cards and merchandise across categories with Add buttons
Additional products browsing screen with items selected and ready to add
5

Add products to the collection

Products added are shown on the right. Once done, click Next.
Collection builder with selected products shown in the right panel and Next button
6

Add collection details

Fill in the Name, Purpose, and Maximum spend. Click Save to reuse this collection for future events.
Collection details form with Name, Purpose, and Maximum spend fields
You can also choose to Hide Product Price by checking that option.
Hide Product Price checkbox option in collection settings
7

Define stakeholders

Define who can send this gift and who will be informed of the process. Click Finish Setup.
Define Stakeholders screen with sender and notification settings and Finish Setup button

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Common use cases

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Building culture with company swag

Using a product-based collection for company swag builds brand identity and a sense of belonging.
  • Why it matters: New hires and remote employees feel more connected when they receive branded physical items like hoodies, mugs, or welcome kits.
  • The solution: Create a dedicated Swag Collection so employees receive tangible items that represent your company culture — turning a standard onboarding gift into a moment of pride and inclusion.

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Elevating Long Service Awards (LSA)

For major milestones, the reward needs to feel exclusive and personal.
  • Why it matters: Long-tenured employees deserve a reward that stands out from everyday recognition.
  • The solution: Create a premium product-based collection (high-end electronics, travel, or lifestyle goods) so the reward matches the significance of the achievement.

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FAQs

A product-based gift includes merchandise and/or gift cards curated into a collection, allowing recipients to choose from a variety of items instead of receiving points.
Yes. You can create mixed collections with both to offer variety and flexibility to employees.
Yes. Empuls lets you filter and create collections by country, ensuring product availability and relevance based on geography.
Once saved, collections can be reused for future events. Simply select the existing collection when creating a new gifting event.
Yes. Use the Automated Greetings section to schedule and automate gift distribution for birthdays, anniversaries, and other milestones.