The Skill-Based Pay Design Manual is an invaluable resource for designing and implementing a system of compensation that ties base pay to employee knowledge and skill rather than to a position or job content.Internationally recognized authors and consultants Joseph and Jimmie Boyett bring over twenty years of experience in helping companies implement skill-based pay and employee performance incentive programs.The Skill-Based Pay Design Manual is a complete step-by-step guide for designing and implementing skill-based pay. In addition to a comprehensive overview of skill-based pay and its impact on company operating and financial performance, the Boyetts provide the following:The advantages and disadvantages of skill-based pay;A comparison of skill-based pay vs. job-based pay;How to determine if skill-based pay is right for your organization;12 keys to success;14 case studies of companies using skill-based pay.Step-by-step instruction in how to...Design the skill-based pay plan;Identify skill sets;Link skills to pay progression;Implement and evaluate the skill- based pay program; andGain employee and union support for skill-based pay.The Skill-Based Pay Design Manual is an insightful, informative and essential resource based upon solid research and the personal experiences of the authors.