The client profits, as the contract price is reduced without any diminution in the satisfactory character of the work done; indeed it is probable that this is improved because of the special inspection to ascertain if the bonus has been conscientiously earned. A lower contract price, therefore, is possible; and this places the firm, both directly and indirectly, in a better position in competition in shipbuilding. There is more work obtainable, more constant employment for the workmen, with the additional inducement of higher wages to capable and diligent men.