The managerial performance measure must be quantitative and the manner in which it is to be calculated should be specified. The managerial performance measure must ideally be linked to a benchmark comparing the company's performance with that of its peers. The managerial performance measure must not be open to manipulation by management.

Time horizon

The remuneration package must have a time horizon that is linked to that of shareholders. If shareholders wish long-term capital growth for example the remuneration package should discourage decisions whose objective is to maximise short-term profits at the expense of long term growth.