An application for a performance-based bonus system

Objectives: To update the performance-based bonus system from a manually updated Excel-based version to an application.

Role of Smartbutlers: To design and implement a web-based application for the performance-based bonus system.

Results: A scalable, application-based performance-based bonus system with multiple user levels.

Konsultointi Larikka is an consultation company that offers a unique performance-based bonus system to improve the productivity of its client companies. The system provides a cost-effective and motivating way to enhance profitability and quality.

“Tulospalkkio.io has received a lot of positive feedback from my clients. It simplifies and clarifies reporting, eliminates unnecessary work, and allows the focus to be on what’s important. It has a visually appealing design and scales well across all devices,” says Tommi Larikka, the owner of Konsultointi Larikka. “Thanks to the new application, the performance-based bonus system can be more easily expanded to multiple branches and teams, meaning we can scale it even to large companies if needed. Additionally, the application's user-friendly interface makes it easy for clients to update and track reports.”

Smartbutlers began the work by drafting the specification documentation together with the client. At this stage, the logic and use cases of the performance-based bonus system were discussed. Next, a demo version of the application was created and tested with selected users. The focus of target group testing was on usability and logic during the project phase.

After the demo version, development moved on to creating the publishable version, taking into account feedback from the testing phase. Development has continued following the application’s launch.

“We are continuously developing Tulospalkkio.io and constantly adding new features for our clients. Tulospalkkio.io can be easily integrated with, for example, financial management systems, eliminating unnecessary work that everyone dislikes. Special thanks to Andreas for the agile software development process. Highly recommended!” states Tommi.

The implementation of the performance-based bonus system for the client is divided into a project phase and a reporting phase. The project phase is a one-time stage in which metrics, their weights, and thresholds are defined. The reporting phase follows the project phase, where the system is in use by the client. Thanks to the application, the project phase is more agile, allowing the client to independently fill in basic information outside of meetings. The system also allows for multiple user levels and team-specific bonus systems. Additionally, users, including team leaders and employees, can now easily check and update their status in real time.