If you're new to the compensation profession or need a refresher lesson on the fundamental aspects of base pay programs, this book provides the perfect starter tool. As the compensation function evolves and new pay issues arise, it is vital to understand what your employees value and how that value system has a direct impact on employee engagement.

This book helps readers build a foundational understanding of the internal and external factors that influence the design, delivery and administration of base pay programs. Moreover, it teaches how to incorporate these influential factors into plan design.

This book succinctly describes a variety of base pay programs and offers explanations of why one form of base pay might be better to use than another. It offers tips and practices on plan implementation and includes articles, research and case studies to help keep your organization adrift in today's competitive rewards environment.