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Tiered Commission Structures Explained

Xactly

The tiered commission structure is put into play when a company feels that the flat rate plan is not driving the desired performance, and wants to reward reps who over-perform. To higher levels of performance, they will offer commission plans that pay a higher amount for each tier of performance achievement. A rate when above quota.

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Commission Accounting: Estimating Amortization with ASC 606

Xactly

The commission accounting standard has been in effect for public companies since December 2017. The deadline for private companies to implement is December 2018. Subtopic 340-40, known as “the incremental costs of obtaining a contract,” has a huge effect on how companies’ commission accounting. Download Guide.

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Accounting for Sales Commissions: What You Need to Know

Xactly

Public companies have been under compliance since December 2017, and the implementation date for privately held organizations is quickly approaching (December 15, 2018). Under the new revenue recognition standard , companies must change the way they report revenue in their accounting for sales commissions. Download Guide.

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[Data Snapshot] 2018 Sales Compensation Best Practices Study

Xactly

In May 2018, Xactly partnered with WorldatWork to complete its annual Sales Compensation Best Practices Study to define the key trends and metrics for companies that want to plan and incent a top sales organization. 60% do not track accuracy and are making a “best guess” about the accuracy of their commission payments.

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The Biggest Threat to Sales Teams in 2018 Isn't Losing Clients

Hubspot Sales

How Fast Are Salespeople Churning in 2018? A 2018 report by the Bridge Group shows average rep tenure now sits at 1.5 Well, a 2018 survey by Marc Wayshak reported only 17.6% They're so important the average rep rated these two factors as more important than base compensation, commission, job role, and job flexibility.

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Sales Leaders, Here’s How To Have A Great Sales Kickoff in 2018

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As a manager, you can’t afford to miss this golden opportunity to start 2018 off right. Commission checks are motivating in the their own right, but don’t negate the value of smaller celebrations to get your team on the same page. Make sure to take time to prepare yourself and your team for a great kickoff for 2018.

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2018 Sales Compensation Planning

Your Sales Management Guru

Some pay commission based on sales, while others only pay on margin; still others blend both with incentives and special bonus plans. Once you have determined an acceptable CoS range, you can fine-tune the commission plan. Another option involves offering higher base salaries and lower commissions.