because that bonus is based on how much he saved or made for that company. he/she must have saved/made the company at least 3 times as much and was promised the

because that bonus is based on how much he saved or made for that company. he/she must have saved/made the company at least 3 times as much and was promised the bonus by that same board if he achieves the goal. board does not gift him the bonus, board owes him.