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What is Core Commissions?
Web-based commission and incentive compensation management software founded in 2005. Automates calculation, reporting, and distribution of complex sales commission plans. Combines advanced technology with dedicated support to reduce administrative workload by up to 85%.
Core Commissions news
Core Commissions Launches Reporter
Introduced Reporter, an affordable commission reporting package designed as a starter option for teams already calculating commissions but struggling with reporting and distribution.
Source: Core Commissions Press Release ↗Reporter Package Available
Core Reporter launched as a low-cost entry point starting at $10/payee/month with focus on automated reporting rather than full commission calculation.
Source: Core Commissions ↗
Key features
RuleBots
AI-powered specialized calculation engines for common commission tasks that can be linked together to build complex commission plans. Includes audit mode to see each step of calculations.
No-Code Rules Designer
Graphical drag-and-drop interface to create commission rules through drop-down selections without coding. Supports splits, overrides, tiered rates, bonuses, chargebacks, floors/ceilings, ramped targets, and more.
Automated Reporting & Distribution
Generate commission reports with one click and bulk-email individualized payment statements to payees. Drag-and-drop report editor for customization.
Core Portal
White-labeled web portal for salespeople to view individualized pay statements and performance dashboards. Managers can monitor team performance. Supports role-based security and customized submission forms.
Integrations
Connect via API, web connection, or SFTP to virtually any application or database. Supports Salesforce, Oracle NetSuite, Sage Intacct, HubSpot, Microsoft Dynamics, Zoho, Pipedrive, and others.
Dispute Management
Module for employees to submit commission-related questions and concerns. Managers can respond, assign, and provide status updates transparently.
Data Tools
Group sales transactions by individual or team, bulk-edit records, export in multiple formats (Excel, CSV, PDF, text), and analyze sales data across custom timeframes.
ASC 606 Compliance
Built-in tools for compliance with revenue recognition standards.
AI-Powered Agents
Suite of bots including CoreBot (navigation), RuleBot (rule creation/modification), QueryBot (data insights), AnalyticBot (visualization), and AuditBot (audit trails).
Core Commissions pricing
Per-payee annual subscription model with 15-payee minimum (50 outside US/Canada). One administration account included free with subscription. Payees include employees, contractors, and users with system login access. All pricing billed annually in advance.
| Plan | Price | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Reporter | $10/payee/month | Automated commission report generation, drag-and-drop report editor, bulk email distribution, access to historical reports. Minimum 15 payees. Setup/maintenance fees may apply. |
| Launch | $20/payee/month | Everything in Reporter, plus 5 commission rules included, automated auditing, dispute management module, web access for sales reps, drag-and-drop analytics, 2 trouble tickets/month support. |
| Enterprise | $35/payee/month | Everything in Launch, plus unlimited commission rules, 3rd party app integration, scheduled automated processing, custom tabs, 4 trouble tickets/month, assigned support technician. |
| Managed Services | +$5/payee/month (added to Enterprise) | Outsourced commission management: data management and auditing, status updates for sales team, commission cycles and audit processing, reports and dashboards published to Core Portal. |
Pros & cons
Pros
- + Handles extremely complex commission structures that spreadsheets cannot manage
- + No-code rules engine makes setup faster than traditional coding approaches
- + Reduces commission administrator workload by up to 85%
- + Eliminates calculation errors through automated processing
- + Affordable entry point starting at $10/payee/month
- + No long-term contracts required
- + Award-winning platform (4 years running)
- + Dedicated U.S.-based support team for Enterprise/Managed Services
- + Flexible pricing with volume discounts available
Cons
- − Minimum 15-payee requirement increases base cost
- − Quick Start program ($500 setup) is mandatory before subscription
- − Additional integration costs billed hourly
- − Additional rules on Launch plan cost $0.50/rule/payee/month
- − Limited free trial (Quick Start only includes 30 days after $500 setup)
Who is Core Commissions best for?
- • Sales organizations with complex multi-tier or tiered commission structures
- • Insurance agencies, IMOs, FMOs, and benefits brokers
- • Companies managing splits, overrides, hierarchies, and chargebacks
- • Teams with 15+ sales representatives or payees
- • Organizations needing full transparency and audit trails for commission calculations
- • Businesses requiring compliance tools (ASC 606)
- • Companies wanting to reduce spreadsheet dependency and manual calculations
Frequently asked questions
What commission variables can Core track?
Core supports all commission variables including hierarchy overrides, splits, team pools, accelerators, bonuses, chargebacks, floors and ceilings, ramped targets, and tiered rates.
How often can Core run commission cycles?
As often as needed. The system accommodates an unlimited number of commission cycles and payment schedules. Any cycle period can be defined and tracked, with multiple cycles running concurrently.
What is a payee?
Payees are employees, third-party individuals, contractors, or companies managed in Core for incentive payments plus users with login access. Each customer gets one free administration account included. Additional admins/users with login access count as payees.
Does Core offer a free trial?
No free trial. Core offers a Quick Start proof-of-concept program for $500 that includes 10 hours of rules configuration, system training, and 30 days of system use.
What data formats does Core accept?
Core accepts Excel, CSV, PDF, and text files for data import, plus scheduled feeds/API connections for Enterprise customers.
Is there a mobile app?
No mobile app needed. Core Portal is mobile-optimized for web access through any browser.
What integrations are available?
Enterprise/Managed Services customers can integrate with Salesforce, Oracle NetSuite, Sage Intacct, HubSpot, Microsoft Dynamics, Zoho, Pipedrive, Bullhorn, and others via API, web connections, or SFTP.
