This document provides an overview of productivity gainsharing schemes. It discusses two common models - the Scanlon Plan and Rucker Plan. The Scanlon Plan calculates a bonus fund based on the difference between actual wages paid and theoretical wages calculated using a historical labor cost-to-sales ratio. A portion of savings are set aside as reserves, and the remainder is distributed to employees and the organization. The Rucker Plan calculates a bonus fund based on the difference between actual wages paid and theoretical wages calculated using a historical value added per dollar of labor cost ratio. Reserves are also set aside, with the rest distributed to employees and the organization. The document outlines key elements to include in a gainsharing scheme such as objectives, eligibility, measures