What impact do benefit offerings have on marketplace competitiveness and the ability to attract and keep quality employees?

Consider the cost of benefits in major organizations. What impact do benefit offerings have on marketplace competitiveness and the ability to attract and keep quality employees? Do you think pay is the primary motivating factor for most job applicants and existing employees? Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts by Day 7. Initial post should be 150-250 words in length. Please cite at least one scholarly reference in addition to the course text to support your response.