Three firms are briefly described below. For each firm, identify the role (if any) that you believe indirect pay should play in the compensation system, and give examples of specific benefits to offer. Explain your choices.

a. A chicken processing firm in British Columbia hires some employees to de-gut chickens. The jobs do not require complex skills and turnover is almost 100 percent.

b. A retail clothing chain offers personalized service and caters to upscale customers. It is located in major cities across Canada and employs approximately 600 sales staff.

c. A computer software firm develops customized software for specialized applications for individual clients. Located near Ottawa, it employs about 1,000 people.