SIRS® Benchmark Survey
The SIRS® Benchmark Survey is built upon one of the largest private databases on U.S. compensation practices. More than 600 companies in 21 industries participate in the SIRS® Benchmark Survey, providing data on more than 1.7 million incumbents and more than 1,400 exempt and nonexempt benchmarks—from entry-level clerical to senior management positions.
The SIRS® Benchmark Survey is the flagship of the SIRS® suite, and there are many ways ORC Worldwide helps participants get the most from their participation. Click the links below to learn more.
- Basic Report Package—Customize your market mix, specify level of disclosure, compare pay and population distribution with a select market mix, and more
- SIRS® Report Navigator™—Get instant access to SIRS® data on your desktop
- SIRS® Client Website—View summarized market data online, and get survey updates, news, and more
- Training—Register online for courses about using SIRS® and analyzing compensation data
- Industry Meetings & Advisory Committees—Learn from industry experts, network with peers, and discuss emerging trends
- Support and Service—Get guidance and service from a knowledgeable consultant assigned to your company
2008 Survey Schedule
| Data effective date: | April 1 |
| Data submission due: | April 15 |
| Report publication: | July |
2008 Survey Pricing
The Basic Report costs $4500. Click here to download the current SIRS® Price List for more information on pricing for custom data breaks, electronic file formats, long-term incentive reports, local area participation, and more.
Participants
SIRS® participants as of March 2008 (PDF)
Industries
You compete for talent in multiple markets. Shouldn’t your salary survey cover them all? The SIRS® Benchmark Survey has market breadth and depth in the following:
- Agricultural Chemical
- Airlines
- Chemical
- Consumer Products
- Education and Public Services
- Financial
- Vehicle
- High Technology Industry Group:
- Aerospace
- Aircraft & General Manufacturing
- Electronics
- Energy
- Research & Development
Systems - Telecommunications
- Life Sciences Industry Group:
- Agriculture Chemical
- Animal Health
- Biotechnology
- Healthcare Products
- Medical Devices
- Pharmaceutical
- Research Hospitals
- Seeds