📤 How to Distribute Compensation Letters in Pequity
Pequity offers multiple flexible methods for distributing compensation letters, tailored to meet different organizational needs and preferences. This guide outlines the three primary ways to distribute letters through the platform, including the use cases and advantages of each.
1. 📧 Email Letters Directly to Employees
Overview:
Send letters directly to employees from within the Pequity platform, without requiring them to log in or access the full system.
Use Case:
Best for companies that want a quick and simple way to deliver letters without onboarding employees into Pequity.
Key Features:
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One-click email delivery from the platform.
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Employees receive their letter via a secure email link.
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No need for employees to create accounts or learn a new tool.
Benefits:
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Fast and seamless distribution.
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Preserves employee privacy and security.
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No training or additional onboarding required for employees.
2. 📩 Email Letters to Managers
Overview:
Letters are sent to managers via email, with one email per direct report. Managers can then forward or deliver letters manually.
Use Case:
Ideal for organizations with managers who prefer traditional workflows or are resistant to adopting new platforms.
Key Features:
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Each manager receives multiple individual emails, one per team member.
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No platform login required for managers.
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Control remains in the hands of the manager for final delivery.
Benefits:
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Supports managers who prefer more hands-on communication.
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Requires no onboarding or training for managers.
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Enables a staggered, personalized distribution process.
3. 🔐 Grant Managers Access to Pequity
Overview:
Provide managers with platform access to view and download letters for their direct reports. This is Pequity’s most popular distribution method.
Use Case:
Best for organizations that want to empower managers with more control and visibility over the distribution process.
Key Features:
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Managers log into Pequity with personalized permissions.
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Custom layouts and roles control what each manager sees.
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Letters can be previewed, downloaded, and distributed directly within the platform.
Benefits:
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Scalable and secure process for larger teams.
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Centralized tracking and visibility for leadership.
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Allows for tailored access based on organizational roles and policies.
4. 🌐 Employee Portal Access
Overview:
Employees can log in to Pequity’s secure employee portal to view their own compensation letters directly.
Use Case:
Best for companies seeking transparency, self-service, and longer-term access to compensation documentation.
Key Features:
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Employees access letters from their personalized portal.
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Role-based access controls keep data secure.
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Letters can be viewed, downloaded, and retained.
Benefits:
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Centralized, on-demand access for employees.
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Reduces administrative burden on HR or managers.
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Supports an ongoing record of compensation history.
💬 Interested in setting up portals?
Reach out to your Lifecycle Partner to explore employee portal setup, best practices, and eligibility. They’ll guide you through access configuration, security settings, and rollout planning.
✨ Comparison Table
Distribution Method | Ideal For | Manager Login Needed | Employee Login Needed |
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Email to Employees | Simplicity & speed | ❌ | ❌ |
Email to Managers | Manual manager-led delivery | ❌ | ❌ |
Manager Access to Pequity | Visibility & control | ✅ | ❌ |
Employee Portal Access | Self-service & transparency | ❌ | ✅ |
Need help choosing the right approach or setting up a hybrid distribution flow?
Contact the Pequity Support Team or connect with your Lifecycle Partner today.