Another term for benchmarking is a relative performance evaluation.

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Performance measurement is a systematic process for evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of projects, programs, and initiatives. It can also be used to motivate managers to make decisions that benefit the company and themselves.  Performance measurement is used to evaluate employee performance. This evaluation is then used to determine the amount of variable monetary compensation an employee will receive and for making career decisions.  When managers are compensated based on performance measures, they will need to be compensated for taking on extra risk. Performance-based incentives... Show more

Another term for benchmarking is a relative performance evaluation.