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A Guide to Compensation Analysis

Analytics in HR

It was a fair comparison because of the size and geographical spread of both organizations. If you need a snapshot to understand the cost per employee, you may conduct a “Headcount analysis” to provide an accurate picture of staffing levels and compensation per employee. Train your managers. A final word.

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A Comprehensive Guide to the Compa Ratio

Analytics in HR

In its original use, compa ratio (or comp ratio, or compensation ratio) is a simple formula designed to compare an individual’s actual salary to the midpoint of a defined salary range. For example, you could use group compa ratio and other data to compare salaries in job groups to other organizations to evaluate external competitiveness.

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7 Compensation Issues and How to Fix Them

Analytics in HR

However, usually, these conclusions tend to be made based on a comparison with peers working in the same job and industry. Tracking metrics like compa ratio and salary range penetration will also help you spot employee compensation issues when they arise and allow you to rectify them as soon as possible.

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The 100 HR Indicators Every Manager Needs to Know

EmployeeConnect

Recruitment #5. Training & Development #7. 4 – Recruitment Indicators Average cost per hire: measures the average amount spent to recruit a new employee. Average number of days to hire: the average amount of time required (number of calendar days) to fill an open vacancy. Demographic #2.

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