Performance Appraisal

 


1.     Introduction

The word "performance appraisal" refers to the process of evaluating an employee's job performance and overall contribution to an organization on a regular basis. A performance assessment, also known as an annual review, performance review or evaluation, or employee appraisal, assesses an employee's abilities, accomplishments, and growth, or lack thereof (Hayes, Adams;, 2021).

 

The systematic examination of employee performance and understanding of a person's talents for future growth and development is known as performance appraisal (Juneja, Prachi;, 2022).

 

2.     Objectives of Performance Appraisal

Performance Appraisal can be done with following objectives in mind:

2.1 To maintain records in order to determine compensation packages, wage structure, salaries raises, etc.

2.2 To identify the strengths and weaknesses of employees to place right men on right job.

2.3 To maintain and assess the potential present in a person for further growth and development.

2.4 To provide a feedback to employees regarding their performance and related status.

2.5 To provide a feedback to employees regarding their performance and related status.

2.6 It serves as a basis for influencing working habits of the employees.

2.7 To review and retain the promotional and other training programmes.

3.     Advantages of Performance Appraisal

3.1 Performance improvement

Employee performance is always the goal of appraisal systems. It aids in the analysis and evaluation of potential opportunities such as technology and social processes (Chand, Smriti;).

3.2 Development of Employees

Appraisal systems assess whether employees require additional training and serve as a main source of information about the employees' capabilities and potential (Chand, Smriti;).

3.3 Corrective Actions

Employee deficiencies can be identified and corrective action implemented via the appraisal system (Chand, Smriti;).

3.4 Career Planning

Because it aids in the preparation of a SWOT analysis for each individual, performance appraisal is a significant tool in the case of career planning for employees (Chand, Smriti;).

3.5 Promotions

Performance appraisal also aids management in making decisions concerning employee promotions, transfers, and prizes.

3.6 Motivation

Performance appraisal is used to motivate employees. If a person's efficiency can be determined by evaluating their performance, the targets can be met. This effectively inspires a worker to do a better job and aids in future performance improvement (Dagar, 2014)

4.     References

Chand, Smriti;. (n.d.). Your Article Library. Retrieved May 08, 2022, from Your Article Library: https://www.yourarticlelibrary.com/human-resource-development/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-performance-appraisal-of-employees/32370

Dagar, A. (2014). Review of Performance Appraisal. Academia, 9.

Hayes, Adams;. (2021, August 22). Investopedia. Retrieved May 08, 2022, from Investopedia: https://www.investopedia.com/what-is-a-performance-appraisal-4586834#:~:text=The%20term%20performance%20appraisal%20refers,and%20growth%2C%20or%20lack%20thereof.

Juneja, Prachi;. (2022). Management Study Guide. Retrieved May 08, 2022, from Management Study Guide: https://www.managementstudyguide.com/performance-appraisal.htm

Comments

  1. You have given us sa good overall idea about performance appraisal through this.Good one.

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  2. Employee evaluation is a must. Evaluation time periods can vary from one organisation to another ( Yearly, Half year, Quarterly). It's better to have a system to conduct appraisals. By doing these evaluations on and rewarding employees will directly impact on the organisation performance.

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  3. Employee evaluation is plays a major role in HRM and Employees careers. If staff performed well only, an organisation will have good move.
    Well done.

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  4. Good article. You have mentioned advantages & impact for the business. This will causes retention of staff in the company.
    All the best !!!

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  5. Performance appraisal serve as a link between human resource management and the overall contribution of the employee to the organization. Article clearly showcase the importance performance appraisal in HRM. Good luck.

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  6. Performance should be evaluated in each organization. If there are any deficiencies in the organizational performance this will lead to filling. This is an important function of HR. Nicely explained well done

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  7. Performance appraisals are critical for a company's and an employee's progress. It assists the company in determining if the employee is productive or unproductive. It assists the employee in determining the direction of his or her career. All the best!!

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  8. This is a segment where almost all the employees undergo on an annual or semi annual basis in an organization. This blog of yours' provides us the key aspect and understanding on the process of the Performance Appraisal.

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