Making the changes to compensation would be a huge challenge. Padmanabhan needed to develop a talent strategy and establish a compensation structure that aligned with the financial viability and strategic direction of the organization, and that appeased employee preferences. He might also need additional people processes to complement the salary restructuring for a more effective implementation, and there was the additional challenge of communicating and gaining acceptance for the proposed changes. Was the organization even ready for this kind of change, and when would be the correct time to make the changes? How would Padmanabhan unravel this knot and where should he start