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[0] Pay for Performance Plan versus Entitlement [Gainsharing] Gains are generated only by improved performance over a predetermined base level of performance. Therefore, Gainsharing is viewed as a pay-for-performance initiative. [Profit Sharing] 
Profit sharing often is viewed as a entitlement or employee benefit.
Gainsharing Consulting: Gainsharing Versus Profit Sharing - Masternak & Associates
Profit Sharing