The document discusses compensation and reward management. It defines compensation as cash and non-cash rewards employees receive for their work. Effective compensation management can motivate and satisfy employees, while inappropriate compensation can reduce performance, motivation, and satisfaction and increase turnover. Total reward includes both financial rewards like pay and benefits, as well as non-financial rewards like recognition and development opportunities. The objectives of compensation management are to comply with laws, efficiently administer programs, control costs, retain employees, acquire talent, ensure equity, and reward behaviors.