Most IT managers' budgets have been padded for spot awards or informal recognition of the employee who has creatively squeezed time and costs out of an IT project or contributed a bright idea. Some rewards take the form of movie tickets, free dinners or comp time. Overall, employers are working hard to inject a feeling of respect in IT workers' daily lives. He also holds birthday and anniversary parties each month. IT-specific human resources directors are helping companies make sure compensation efforts are competitive.
Workers are appreciative.
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