Buste paga, il welfare diventa il miglior alleato contro il carovita

Recent studies show that welfare benefits have become a key ally for Italian workers in their compensation packages. A SWG survey, conducted for Satispay, found that 78% of respondents believe it's important or essential for companies to offer welfare tools, while 77% see them as a countermeasure against daily expenses. The era of unused welfare credits is over, as technology now enables spending on various items through vouchers, like education, training, fitness, and other services.

However, there's still much room for improvement in the welfare offer, as more than a third of those with welfare tools don't use them extensively. The main factors contributing to the effectiveness of these benefits are simplicity of use and a wide acceptance network. Alberto Dalmasso, co-founder and CEO of Satispay, explains that the company's goal is to provide workers with an immediate and intuitive experience, matched by a widespread acceptance network.

In the past three years, Satispay has served over 430,000 workers across 45,000 companies. Welfare benefits accounted for €480 million in annualized spending in July 2026, a 197% increase compared to the previous year. The largest portion of spending (78%) is allocated to workers aged 25-54. These benefits can be used for various expenses, ranging from groceries and dining out to clothing and electronics, through digital gift cards.

The ease and coverage of the network are crucial for the successful use of gift cards. Satispay reported that welfare credits are quickly utilized, with meal benefits being spent within 32 days, fringe benefits within 42 days, and FlexBen within approximately 51 days. Despite 78% of Italian workers viewing welfare as essential for daily expenses, there's still much room for improvement in its widespread adoption.