The formula
Quota per rep = revenue target ÷ (number of reps × expected attainment).
How to use it
- Use last year's real attainment, not a hope.
- Count only reps who will carry a full quota; ramping reps should get a reduced one.
- Check the result against what a rep can reach with the pipeline they will have.
Frequently asked questions
Why set quota above the revenue target?
Because some reps will miss. If you expect 80% average attainment, the team quota needs to be 25% higher than the revenue target to land on it.
How do I set quotas for new reps?
Give them a ramp: a reduced quota for the first one to three quarters, based on how long it takes a new rep to build pipeline in your sales cycle.