"As well as substantial additional recruitment the details of which will be announced in the context of our budget, we want to see the smart redeployment of existing officers through initiatives such as the civilianisation of certain duties and improved retention, " he said.

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Green Dot said the deal will give the company improved customer acquisition and retention, drive the adoption of new banking and payment products targeted to new segments of consumers, and provide the opportunity for Green Dot to become a leader in mobile wallets, rewards and payment solutions at retailers.

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In reality, there are a variety of benefits for an organization, from brand building, to staff retention, and even improved client stickiness.

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