What is the Purpose of the Appraisal System?
Appraisal systems provide feedback but they can also be valuable tools in making HR decisions. Why and how they are going to be used needs to be communicated to the employees in advance. Consider the following carefully before beginning the task of creating the appraisal format. document.getElementById(‘adsense_placeholder_2’).innerHTML = document.getElementById(‘adsense_ad_2_hidden’).innerHTML; • Will the system be used for determining raises, promotions, transfers, and bonuses? Employees need to know what the information in the appraisal will be used for. Is it simply an administrative tool to provide feed back or will it have a greater impact? Either option is fine as long as it is communicated and consistent. • Who is going to be evaluated? the position and job function will help determine what type of appraisal will be effective. A management review will differ significantly form a front line customer service position. • Does the organization need to focus on behaviours or on job
