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IPA Releases 2008 Compensation and Benefits Study
Tuesday 08. April 2008 - IPA is excited to publish its latest research, the 2008 IPA Compensation and Benefits Study. This one of a kind report on all primary positions within graphic communications, offers companies in the midst of broadening their service mix, both upstream and down, a distinct competitive advantage.
The Association of Graphic Solutions Providers, has released its 2008 Compensation and Benefits Study for all primary positions in graphic communications. This benchmark study offers a distinct competitive advantage for companies seeking to evaluate their current compensation and benefits structure and better understand changing industry trends.
The 81-page report includes data for 50 positionsfrom management and administrative to sales and productionencompassing the complete graphics workflow, from creative services through digital and traditional output.
The in-depth report includes:
Benchmarks for comparing compensation and benefit programs with all graphic communication companies and those of similar size and scope.
Compensation and benefits for 36 management, administrative and sales positionsfrom chairman, CEO and president to department managers, support personnel and sales professionals
Compensation and benefits for 14 production positionsfrom designer and prepress/premedia personnel to press operator and technical support.
Additional information for sales staff positions and policies, including commissions, expense reimbursements and benefits.
Job descriptions for each of the 50 positions so users can be assured they are making like-comparisons.
IPA President, Steve Bonoff, comments, “A major challenge facing businesses today is providing a fair and equitable employee compensation plan. If the plan is not competitive, employees will not be attracted to the company. If the plan is too generous, profits will suffer. IPAs Compensation and Benefits Study reflects the most current data from the broadest perspective in our industry, and offers the necessary comparisons to remain profitable, while employing effective leaders and a skilled workforce.”
IPA members who are in the midst of broadening their service mix, both upstream and down, are already benefiting from this comprehensive report. Among them, Gary Stafford, President & COO, Lazer Inc., commented, “Congratulations on the 2008 IPA Compensation and Benefits Study. Very impressive! I hope all the IPA members take advantage of this valuable resource.”