Time off at Superior Software Solutions?

Case Study

Time off at Superior Software Services

Chapter 9 addresses the issue of discretionary benefits.

The text provides an excellent overview of the benefits that can be provided by the employer, yet are not mandated by any statute.

The discussion assignment for this week is based on the Superior Software Services case study found on pages 223-224 in the text – Strategic Compensation – Joseph J. Martocchio – 9th Edition – Pearson

The discussion assignment for this week:

Review the Superior Software Services case study on pages 223-224.

After reviewing the information provided in the case respond to the following questions:

Define and explain in your own words what is meant by an integrated paid time off policy.

Create an integrated paid time off policy for Superior Software.

Be sure that your policy addresses all of the concerns that are raised in the case information.

Use the following format to create your policy:

Policy Name:

Policy Objective:

Brief Explanation of the policy’s purpose:

Covered events (reasons, types of absences, etc.):

Non-covered events (reasons, types of absences, etc.):

Communication and timing/notification requirements:

Explain the benefits that your integrated paid time off policy will provide to Superior Software Services.

Explain any negatives that may result for Superior Software Services based on the implementation of your integrated paid time off policy.

How will you determine that your new integrated paid time off policy will have a positive impact on Superior Software Services? What metrics will you use to measure this?

Research and list at least three outside sources.

Your submission should be between 300 and 400 words. PLEASE PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO EACH REQUIREMENT

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