The distribution guidance only needs to be met at the EVP level, however, Line Leaders should establish alignment with their own Line Leader to ensure a shared understanding of performance and where appropriate contribute to the distribution guidance.

Group Distribution Guidance

Performance Rating

Distribution Guidance

Allowed Variation

Bonus Multiplier

OUTSTANDING +5%* 200%

HIGHER 15% +/-5%* 130%

STRONG 80% +/-5% 100%

LOWER 5% +/-5% 70%

UNACCEPTABLE +5% 0%

* Outstanding and Higher combined cannot exceed 20%. Outstanding cannot exceed 5%.

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