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Madison Release Note Q2 2026

Maestro is evolving from a recognition platform into a performance system. This release focuses on three things: • Making recognition easier and more frequent  • Making outcomes measurable  • Embedding recognition into the flow of work

Madison Global introduces a smarter, sleeker era of recognition technology


Overview 

Maestro is evolving from a recognition platform into a performance system.


This release focuses on three things:

  • Making recognition easier and more frequent 
  • Making outcomes measurable 
  • Embedding recognition into the flow of work 

Every update is driven by client input, market demand, and real usage — ensuring Maestro continues to deliver not just engagement, but measurable impact. 


What’s New

Recognition, Simplified
Recognition only works if people use it.

  • Recognition drafts 
  • Workflow shortcuts 
  • Usability improvements across the platform 

Impact: Faster recognition → higher participation → stronger culture.

Recognition Moments (Phase 1)

A new, emotional layer to recognition.

  • Auto-generated highlight videos of recognition activity 
  • Showcases milestones, achievements, and key moments

Impact: Recognition becomes something employees feel — not just receive.

Enhanced Social Recognition

More interaction. More visibility. More connection.

  • Richer commenting 
  • Reactions
  • Expanded engagement touchpoints

Impact: Recognition becomes a shared experience, not a transaction.

Expanded Data Capabilities

More flexibility. More precision.

  • Custom data fields expanded from 30 → 60 columns

Impact: Better segmentation, targeting, and program relevance.

Security & Authentication Upgrades

Enterprise-grade security, simplified.

  • Automated dual authentication 
  • Smarter SSO and directory mapping

Impact: Stronger security without added friction.

Global Rewards Expansion

Switchfly Integration

  • Book travel and experiences directly in-platform
  • Amazon Business Partnership
  • Expanded global catalog and improved reward access

Impact: More meaningful rewards, globally scalable.

Maestro Insights (Power BI – Phase 1 Launch)

A major leap forward in analytics.

  • Interactive dashboards 
  • Advanced reporting capabilities 
  • Flexible data exploration

Impact:
31% lower turnover. 2x higher engagement.
Now, you can prove it — and improve it. 

Coming Next

This release lays the groundwork for what’s ahead.

Advanced Analytics

  • Predictive insights 
  • Program optimization recommendations 
  • Organizational health indicators

AI-Powered Recognition

  • Smarter message creation 
  • Intelligent prompts and nudges 
  • Recognition assistants guiding behavior 

Recognition in the Flow of Work

  • Deeper integrations (Teams, Outlook, etc.) 
  • “Faceless recognition” — no login required 

Social & Culture Mapping

  • Visibility into employee connections 
  • Stronger cross-team engagement 

Mobile Evolution

Release Cadence — We’re accelerating how Maestro evolves.

  • 2025: 2 major releases 
  • 2026: 3 major releases

Future: Faster, more continuous delivery


Our goal: deliver innovation faster — without compromising stability or scale.

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