Understand the basics of bonuses and incentives, the trends in their application, and how to design and operate schemes effectively and ethically
The effectiveness of bonus and incentive schemes depends on an awareness of the key factors needed for success and recognising that individuals may respond differently to the same stimulus.
This factsheet explores the types of bonuses and incentives, their use, and their potential benefits and drawbacks. It also highlights research evidence and the possible implications of using such schemes.
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Money worries can affect performance, absence, engagement and retention. So how can people professionals make financial wellbeing a strategic workplace priority?
Explore the CIPD's detailed analyses of 2025/2026 gender pay gap reporting in the UK and Northern Ireland, updated in May 2026. CIPD members can also download these datasets to benchmark and compare your organisation's performance against national data.
Join this CIPD member-exclusive webinar, to learn from practice and turn gender pay gap reporting into evidence-led action and progress.
Stay up to date with the latest pay intentions among employers in the UK, with data analysis from the CIPD's Labour Market Outlook report. CIPD members can also download the data for use in your internal organisational benchmarking, discussions, and business cases.
Facts on the recruitment and resourcing process; from defining the role to making the appointment
Learn how an understanding of the macro-economic context can inform HR practice
Explores the benefits of flexible working, the types of arrangements commonly used and gives practical tips on implementing flexible working practices
Discover what PESTLE means, how it influences your organisation, plus a downloadable template