Early Wage Access (EWA) – Let Workers Access Wages Anytime
Empower your team with the ability to access their earned wages when they need it — not just at month-end. G-POD’s built-in Early Wage Access system gives workers control over their cash flow, without harming yours. No interest. No confusion. Just flexibility, trust, and higher retention.
What’s Included in EWA:
- Flexible Advance Access: Workers can access up to 50–70% of wages already earned this month.
- Real-Time Processing: Transfers are immediate — no delays, no manual steps.
- Fractional Reserve Model: Financially responsible setup that protects your business cash flow (20% buffer always maintained).
- Full Integration: Requests, approvals, deductions, and balances are fully automated inside the G-POD platform.
- Data-Backed Insights: View worker usage trends, spot financial stress signs early, and improve wellbeing.
Real Business Impact
- 300+ gig drivers: Saw a 12% increase in shift uptake and 18% higher satisfaction scores after using EWA mid-month.
- Cleaning agency: Reduced cancellations by 30% — staff felt supported and more committed.
- Independent café: Boosted part-time loyalty and saved £300/month on hiring costs by offering flexible access to pay.
Tech + Compliance (Built-in)
- Instant Funds: High-speed pipeline moves money securely without disrupting payroll cycles.
- Fully Automated: Deductions and logs update in real time — no extra work for admins.
- Rule Engine: Set withdrawal limits, frequency caps, and eligibility criteria per staff role.
- Regulatory Coverage: Compliant with UK employment rules, HMRC deductions, and GDPR controls.
- Always Transparent: Every transaction is logged with timestamps for auditing or internal reviews.
How It Works for Employers
- Activate EWA in your G-POD dashboard
- Set rules like % of pay or withdrawal frequency
- Track performance in real time with analytics
How It Works for Workers
- Log in to the G-POD app
- Tap “Access My Wages” and choose amount
- Funds arrive in seconds — deductions tracked automatically
“I used to lose great staff over payday timing. With G-POD’s EWA, I keep them happy — and working — without worrying about my budget.”
— SME Retail Owner