Zinzee Corp. is a medium-size organization that manufactures digital circuit boards. The technology and manufacturing processes Zinzee uses evolved at a rapid pace over the past few years, to support customers that require smaller batches of circuit boards, and given the number of new competitors that have entered the market. Zinzee hires primarily university graduates with leading edge skill sets to ensure that new technology and manufacturing practices are continuously adapted at the firm. Zinzee’s recruitment strategy also supports the organization in offering enhanced circuit board features at a faster pace than its competitors, which results in growing market share. Having employees work closely with customer representatives to ensure that the customer’s design concepts are executed in high quality and efficient manner has been a key reason for Zinzee’s success to date.

a. With reference to the Strategic Framework for Compensation, identify the managerial strategy you feel is most appropriate for Zinzee Corp. A strong response will identify and assess several of the contextual factors identified in the framework, and utilize supporting evidence from the above company description, in justifying the choice of managerial strategy. 

b. Based on the managerial strategy you identified in part a, what compensation mix would you recommend Zinzee Corp.? Identify and explain each component of the mix, including specifying and justifying an appropriate percentage