Table 3.

Key aspects on determination of compensation

Key Issue 2 – determination of compensation
 Case study A (ITALY)Case study B (USA)
Performance scoring system and deductionPerformance compensation is weighted according to the weight attributed to each area of interest defined in the contract with a provided formula. This means that each area has weighted coefficients for the determination of the remunerationThe performance deduction in the determination of compensation accounts for more than 50% of the entire amount defined in the contract. Every area has a strong specification on the amount of deductions for any possible emerging issue. but there are no coefficient used for the calculation, as every single area is well detailed and specified
Function of payment mechanismPayments, although can very according to different specification in the contract, are not very flexible and accounts for less than 20%. Payments are made every six monthsThe payment scheme is not really clear and is not included in the contract
Staff management and compensationThe staff management issue is not addressed in the contractAccording to the contract, a frequent change of staff is possible and can make strong work relationships. Furthermore, the component of staff compensation is very sensible to the entity’s performance
Price adaptation determinationA specific formula is usedNo specific formula is used
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