Confidentiality: This is a private and confidential survey. All survey data is presented on a blind basis.

Timing: All survey data reflects benefit plan information that is in force as of January 1st of the reporting year.  The Silicon Valley Employee Benefits Index (SVEBI) survey opens January 2nd of each year to begin collecting data on the current calendar year.  Results are released each year in May.

Participants: Survey participants include employer groups of 20 or more employees. In order to participate, at least 50% of employees must be located within the nine counties of the Silicon Valley/Greater San Francisco Bay Area.

Industries: The Silicon Valley Employee Benefits Index (SVEBI) data represents all industries with no limitations or market segmentation because in the Silicon Valley/Greater Bay Area, it is all about the people.