In a recent LinkedIn post, Ben Eubanks introduces the 2025 Compensation Technology Buyer’s Guide and Landscape Report, offering a comprehensive overview of current trends and challenges in compensation management. Eubanks, a recognized expert in the field, highlights the evolving skill sets required for compensation leaders and the dynamic nature of the compensation technology market.
The report, which surveys over 700 organizations, reveals a significant shift in the skills compensation professionals need to succeed. Eubanks points out that many companies are not adequately prepared for these changes.
“Compensation leaders say that the #skills needed to succeed in comp are changing. And many organizations aren’t ready for it. How does your team stack up? 🧠”
This observation underscores a critical gap between the demands of modern compensation strategy and the current capabilities of many internal teams. As Eubanks notes, the focus is moving beyond traditional metrics to encompass a broader understanding of market dynamics and employee value.
Shifting Data Sourcing in Compensation Analysis
Eubanks’s post also delves into the changing methods organizations are using to gather compensation data. While traditional salary surveys have seen a slight decrease in usage, other innovative approaches are gaining traction.
“Data show that salary survey usage dipped a bit since our last study, but other methods like peer data sourced from HR systems and from job posting data are on the rise. Real-time data to the rescue? 🆘”
According to Eubanks, this trend suggests a move towards more agile and real-time data acquisition strategies. The reliance on HR systems and job posting data indicates a desire for more immediate and contextually relevant information to inform pay decisions, moving away from potentially slower, less dynamic survey cycles.
A Crowded and Evolving Compensation Technology Market
The compensation technology landscape, as described by Eubanks, is increasingly competitive, with a surge in new platforms alongside significant advancements from established players.
“The compensation technology landscape is more crowded than ever. There are more new platforms than ever before, but the existing players also have some incredible tricks up their sleeve to solve big comp challenges. 💰💰💰”
Eubanks highlights a variety of featured vendors, including Payscale, Carta, Compa, CandorIQ, Salary.com, CompUp, Greatpoint HR, Decusoft, Payfederate, Syndio, HRSoft, and Trusaic, with a nod to adjacent partners like TalentNeuron and Lightcast. This comprehensive inclusion reflects the breadth of solutions available to address complex compensation challenges, from strategic planning to operational execution.
The Report’s Reach and Legacy
Eubanks provides context on the report’s history, noting that it has been conducted every two years since 2019. Initially focused on strategic compensation data providers, it has expanded to encompass operational compensation tools. The research has covered over 2,500 employers and has been utilized by leaders at prominent companies, demonstrating its significant impact and value in the field.
The 2025 Compensation Technology Buyer’s Guide and Landscape Report is available for free, aiming to provide essential insights for anyone involved in compensation strategy and decision-making as the year concludes and 2026 approaches. Eubanks also mentions an upcoming webinar to discuss key findings from the report.
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This article is based on insights shared by Ben Eubanks on LinkedIn.
📅 Originally posted on November 19, 2025 | View original post on LinkedIn →