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Performance Measurement and Its Link to Incentive System
[Měření výkonnosti a jeho propojení se systémem odměňování]

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Performance measurement is an integral part of performance management and its primary role is an information function. Performance measurement system has an impact on the motivation of individuals as well. By linking performance measures and incentive system the motivation function is strengthen. This paper analyses essential approaches that justify or disapprove the positive impact of incentives on the motivation and performance of individuals.

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  • Kateřina Knorová, 2015. "Performance Measurement and Its Link to Incentive System [Měření výkonnosti a jeho propojení se systémem odměňování]," Český finanční a účetní časopis, Prague University of Economics and Business, vol. 2015(4), pages 116-132.
    • Handle: RePEc:prg:jnlcfu:v:2015:y:2015:i:4:id:462:p:116-132
    DOI: 10.18267/j.cfuc.462
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