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# Product Updates - March 2024

> Find out what is new in Empuls, to improve your employee experience

## **Enhanced appreciation posts feed**

Enhance appreciation posts by incorporating dynamic images, GIFs, or videos against fixed backgrounds. This feature creates a dynamic feed experience on the social intranet, offering a distinctive media flow on published appreciation posts.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/empuls/hen-W1kzOMsYZAuf/images/product-updates/march-2024-01-fb2a8d7cd4c9.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=hen-W1kzOMsYZAuf&q=85&s=8a367aac236c5f1bba84f53023ef49d0" alt="Appreciation post in the social feed featuring an animated GIF over a fixed background" width="2700" height="1512" data-path="images/product-updates/march-2024-01-fb2a8d7cd4c9.png" />

## **Bulk nomination for all awards**

Enable bulk nominations of individuals and teams, excluding reward collection awards.

▶️ [Know more](https://track.xoxoday.com/e/c/eyJlbWFpbF9pZCI6ImRnU0l4Z2dEQUotN0dwNjdHZ0dPWDVEYXBESzNla1F0R1l6aDV1dz0iLCJocmVmIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly94b3hvZGF5LnBvcnRhbC50cmFpbm4uY28vc2hhcmUveHYxcVpYT2FSdUY0dU1KSElvQ2RxdyIsImludGVybmFsIjoiODhjNjA4MGVmZTY5OWZiYjFhIiwibGlua19pZCI6MTA3Mn0/6a0c6d8d3a7e35b1dfe2cc308b951d2a18a5f4ae4717954e83f44269a397ef1c)

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/empuls/hen-W1kzOMsYZAuf/images/product-updates/march-2024-02-94808d533b78.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=hen-W1kzOMsYZAuf&q=85&s=02640f260c8235332f14969dfc7b4777" alt="Bulk nomination screen selecting multiple individuals and teams for the same award" width="2700" height="1512" data-path="images/product-updates/march-2024-02-94808d533b78.png" />

## **Auto approval of nominations**

Streamline the reward process by automatically approving nominations when they reach the highest nominator level.

## **Manage points of exited employees**

Choose the right option to recover unused budgets and reward points of exited employees. If the employee has an unused budget, it can be transferred to a co-owner or supervisor. The exited employees' reward points can be destroyed or retained in an unredeemed state.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/empuls/hen-W1kzOMsYZAuf/images/product-updates/march-2024-03-702402072a0e.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=hen-W1kzOMsYZAuf&q=85&s=2255504846051f880aa5a8d454bc0688" alt="Exited employee settings choosing to transfer budgets or destroy unused reward points" width="2700" height="1512" data-path="images/product-updates/march-2024-03-702402072a0e.png" />

▶️ [Know more](https://track.xoxoday.com/e/c/eyJlbWFpbF9pZCI6ImRnU0l4Z2dEQUotN0dwNjdHZ0dPWDVEYXBESzNla1F0R1l6aDV1dz0iLCJocmVmIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly94b3hvZGF5LnBvcnRhbC50cmFpbm4uY28vc2hhcmUvMXI5WGtXMzdFTkRJZnRVMDdCM25ZZyIsImludGVybmFsIjoiODhjNjA4MGVmZTY5OWZiYjFhIiwibGlua19pZCI6MTA3M30/4829ad8ab0f7833efca49b8b3f04e30df57aea47c6730ed81833dd8db4061420)

## **Seamless appreciation flow in mobile view**

Experience a seamless appreciation flow on mobile devices, ensuring consistent user engagement.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/empuls/hen-W1kzOMsYZAuf/images/product-updates/march-2024-04-c2c5c9bdbaab.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=hen-W1kzOMsYZAuf&q=85&s=c1fd7c27db48305e640ba781d0dada72" alt="Mobile appreciation flow with a streamlined recipient and message entry experience" width="2700" height="1512" data-path="images/product-updates/march-2024-04-c2c5c9bdbaab.png" />

## **Customize homepage banners**

Personalize your Empuls homepage with banners aligned with your brand guidelines. Reinforce your organization's identity for every user.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/empuls/hen-W1kzOMsYZAuf/images/product-updates/march-2024-05-6136785c27a6.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=hen-W1kzOMsYZAuf&q=85&s=5713f7f6f06c75c158f7f9ad305632a4" alt="Empuls homepage with a customized branded banner reflecting company visual identity" width="2700" height="1512" data-path="images/product-updates/march-2024-05-6136785c27a6.png" />

▶️ [Know more](https://track.xoxoday.com/e/c/eyJlbWFpbF9pZCI6ImRnU0l4Z2dEQUotN0dwNjdHZ0dPWDVEYXBESzNla1F0R1l6aDV1dz0iLCJocmVmIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly94b3hvZGF5LnBvcnRhbC50cmFpbm4uY28vc2hhcmUvU3RnQ1FQUjJCNG5tanpXWWlpM3NBQSIsImludGVybmFsIjoiODhjNjA4MGVmZTY5OWZiYjFhIiwibGlua19pZCI6MTA3NH0/a851446984eff515fe0b49f77f2bf19b520c87cf704d17d474906613df5b8f15)

## **Customize feed card background**

You can now customise the feed card backgrounds of birthday, anniversary, new joiner posts, banners on wish boards, profile screen banner and background of wall of fame.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/empuls/hen-W1kzOMsYZAuf/images/product-updates/march-2024-06-82994c905c0c.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=hen-W1kzOMsYZAuf&q=85&s=5ce361104872b08540efa1aea8d909bc" alt="Branding settings customizing feed card backgrounds for birthdays, anniversaries, and new joiners" width="2700" height="1512" data-path="images/product-updates/march-2024-06-82994c905c0c.png" />

📘 [Learn more](https://track.xoxoday.com/e/c/eyJlbWFpbF9pZCI6ImRnU0l4Z2dEQUotN0dwNjdHZ0dPWDVEYXBESzNla1F0R1l6aDV1dz0iLCJocmVmIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly9oZWxwLmVtcHVscy5pby9lbi9hcnRpY2xlcy85MDM2Nzk2LWJyYW5kaW5nLWN1c3RvbWlzYXRpb24jaF84MjI3MzkzYTQwIiwiaW50ZXJuYWwiOiI4OGM2MDgwZWZlNjk5ZmJiMWEiLCJsaW5rX2lkIjoxMDc1fQ/2d449c099aacabf6baca2b169d1e2a4fbc4840845f9735de87b3a083ea29f42b)

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## **View service anniversaries at a glance**

Never miss celebrating a service anniversary again! Our updated feed consolidates all milestones into one post, allowing users to congratulate peers directly from the wishboard.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/empuls/hen-W1kzOMsYZAuf/images/product-updates/march-2024-07-76e5e760f0ca.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=hen-W1kzOMsYZAuf&q=85&s=65c360a6e946f099c4b1761944d0126f" alt="Consolidated service anniversary feed card with wishboard buttons for multiple celebrants" width="2700" height="1512" data-path="images/product-updates/march-2024-07-76e5e760f0ca.png" />

▶️ [Know more](https://track.xoxoday.com/e/c/eyJlbWFpbF9pZCI6ImRnU0l4Z2dEQUotN0dwNjdHZ0dPWDVEYXBESzNla1F0R1l6aDV1dz0iLCJocmVmIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly94b3hvZGF5LnBvcnRhbC50cmFpbm4uY28vc2hhcmUveW5tcGh5Zjk5WTBMeVltZHJzREVRZyIsImludGVybmFsIjoiODhjNjA4MGVmZTY5OWZiYjFhIiwibGlua19pZCI6MTA3Nn0/946ec04dd7e439dd2fc098d45a50ef19ffaa96f6770e40b0a111d830ede645d8)

## **Automated new hire notifications**

Automatically announce new hires on Empuls and MS Teams. Updates to employee profiles are also reflected in these posts, making it easy for colleagues to welcome new team members.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/empuls/hen-W1kzOMsYZAuf/images/product-updates/march-2024-08-460d8eea4f92.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=hen-W1kzOMsYZAuf&q=85&s=42d6827152700357f59380314f0470be" alt="Automated new hire welcome post appearing in the Empuls feed and Microsoft Teams channel" width="2700" height="1512" data-path="images/product-updates/march-2024-08-460d8eea4f92.png" />

▶️ [Know more](https://track.xoxoday.com/e/c/eyJlbWFpbF9pZCI6ImRnU0l4Z2dEQUotN0dwNjdHZ0dPWDVEYXBESzNla1F0R1l6aDV1dz0iLCJocmVmIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly94b3hvZGF5LnBvcnRhbC50cmFpbm4uY28vc2hhcmUvd2ZYQlNFeHl4dWxrNFg0VTRqR2dQZyIsImludGVybmFsIjoiODhjNjA4MGVmZTY5OWZiYjFhIiwibGlua19pZCI6MTA3N30/182a665d4ec80dbd2e787207fa83b97ec051e38331fc40cd8f983cfed836d915)

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## **Integration with UKG**

Manage user accounts seamlessly through a standard API integration. Admins can securely import employee information and manage access roles.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/empuls/hen-W1kzOMsYZAuf/images/product-updates/march-2024-09-52dc39a7d359.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=hen-W1kzOMsYZAuf&q=85&s=c52c643229bf04f6d9597c721e1b7048" alt="UKG integration setup importing employee profiles and access roles into Empuls via API" width="2700" height="1512" data-path="images/product-updates/march-2024-09-52dc39a7d359.png" />

## **Download employee data as CSV**

Allow admins to download employee data in CSV format. This facilitates thorough validation before integrating with HRMS, ensuring accuracy and eliminating discrepancies.

▶️ [Know more](https://track.xoxoday.com/e/c/eyJlbWFpbF9pZCI6ImRnU0l4Z2dEQUotN0dwNjdHZ0dPWDVEYXBESzNla1F0R1l6aDV1dz0iLCJocmVmIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly94b3hvZGF5LnBvcnRhbC50cmFpbm4uY28vc2hhcmUvTnZ2bnQ2cWlXRjlZY3A3TFFBVGt6USIsImludGVybmFsIjoiODhjNjA4MGVmZTY5OWZiYjFhIiwibGlua19pZCI6MTA3OH0/a662ca984c430fe597fb0965e760979318831e89cf3bcbed0f9cff09ce096a90)

## **Upcoming features:**

⭐ **Plan Reward Cycle in advance**

Admins can now plan reward issuance in advance with automated processes for nominations, notifications, and messages. You have the flexibility to enable or disable rewards as needed.

⭐ **Delegate access to user account**

Admins can temporarily transfer their account access to another user during emergencies. Delegates logging in on behalf of the admin must provide a reason, prompting an immediate email alert to the admin.

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