Why more and more companies are giving a power bank as a gift to employees

Almost everyone has experienced it

4% battery remaining.

You are on the train to a customer. Your navigation is on, you have just had a video call and in the meantime the messages keep coming in. You hurriedly look for an electrical outlet, but all the spots are occupied.

Recognizable?

Our smartphone is no longer a luxury. For many people it is their agenda, navigation system, payment method, camera, workplace and means of communication in one. An empty battery is therefore more than a minor inconvenience; it can cause you to miss an appointment, be unavailable or be unable to consult important information.

That is precisely why more and more companies are choosing to give employees a power bank as a gift. Not because it is a trendy gadget, but because it is a practical tool that comes in handy every day.

Always available, wherever you are

The way we work has changed significantly in recent years.

Many employees work partly at the office, partly at home and are regularly on the road to customers, suppliers or events. A smartphone is indispensable.

At the same time, we use our phones more intensively than ever:

• navigate to appointments;
• video calling;
• email;
• chat with colleagues;
• show digital tickets;
• contactless payment.

All these functions require energy. Especially during a long working day, an empty battery is the rule rather than the exception.

A power bank offers a solution at such times.

Hybrid working requires flexibility

Where almost everyone used to have a fixed workplace, hybrid working has become the standard for many organizations.

Employees work from home, on the road or on customer locations. This requires flexibility and reliable equipment.

A laptop can often survive without power for a while, but an empty smartphone immediately causes problems. Navigation breaks down, two-factor authentication no longer works and important phone calls do not come through.
A compact power bank gives employees the certainty that they will remain accessible while on the road.

A promotional gift that will last for years

After a trade fair or event, many promotional gifts quickly disappear into a drawer.
A flyer is thrown away.
A key ring gets lost.
A cheap notepad is full after a few weeks.
A good power bank has a much greater chance of being used for years.
This is because the product responds to a recurring problem: an empty battery. As long as people use smartphones, a power bank will remain relevant.
This is precisely why your logo regularly comes to attention. Not because someone wants to see advertising, but because the product is used again and again.

Practical often wins over original

Many organizations look for an original gift every year.
That seems logical, but originality does not always equal value.

Research into promotional gifts shows that practical products are often kept the longest. People would rather use something that is really useful than a gadget that is mainly fun at the time of receiving it.
A power bank is a good example of this. It goes with you to the office, on holiday, on the train and on a day out. This keeps the gift visible and usable.

A power bank can also be sustainable

More and more companies are putting sustainability at the heart of their choice of promotional gifts.
This means not only paying attention to the material, but also to the lifespan of a product.

A high-quality power bank is often used for years. In addition, more and more models are available that are made from recycled plastic, recycled aluminum or FSC-certified materials for packaging.
A product that lasts a long time and is used intensively often has more value than a cheap alternative that is replaced after a short time.

When is a power bank a good gift?

A power bank suits many different moments.

For example:

• an onboarding package for new employees;
• a Christmas package;
• an anniversary gift;
• a thank you after a successful project;
• a promotional gift for customers;
• a giveaway during a trade fair or event.

Because almost everyone uses a smartphone, the target group is also very broad.

What do you pay attention to when choosing a power bank?

Not every power bank is the same.

The following points, among others, play a role in the choice:

• capacity (mAh);
• loading speed;
• size and weight;
• number of USB or USB-C connections;
• support wireless charging;
• quality and safety;
• materials used.

For business use, it is often wiser to opt for a reliable model that will last for years than for the cheapest option.

Why companies are increasingly opting for quality

A promotional gift also represents your organization.
A power bank that no longer functions properly after a few months leaves a different impression than a high-quality product that will last for years.
That is why many organizations prefer to opt for a reliable version with neat printing and a professional appearance. This fits better with the message they want to convey: attention, quality and appreciation.

A gift that employees really use

The best promotional gifts solve a small problem.
A power bank does exactly that.
It ensures that employees remain accessible while on the road, provides extra convenience during a long working day and is also often useful in private life. This means the gift remains visible and valuable long after it has been presented.

At Tiger Concept we help organizations choose power banks that suit their target group, budget and sustainability objectives. Not as a gadget for one moment, but as a practical tool that will be used for years.

Conclusie

Een power bank is much more than an accessory for on the go.

It supports the way we work, travel and communicate today. Precisely because almost everyone is dependent on their smartphone, a power bank has become one of the most practical promotional gifts for employees and business relations.

If you opt for quality and ease of use, you will give a gift that will not disappear in a drawer, but will come in handy every week.