The rationale for a performance-centered interface is that it not only satisfies the user, but also helps satisfy the user’s employer by promoting increased productivity. This paper gives a short overview of the idea of constructing interfaces that can be considered performance-centered rather than simply user-centered. The author lays out and briefly describes the primary components that can go into a user-centered system, including help systems, wizards, and tutors. These components are not new in the user interface area. What is new is the emphasis on performance from the employer’s perspective.