Appraisal

Question 1

Defintion of appraisal

Answer 1

Is the process of monitoring and reviewing peformance of employees within the workforce.
- Monitors performance against pre-determined criteria
- Provides feedback
- Can act as a non-financial motivator or linked to financial incentives
- Informs future training needs

Question 2

Superior assesment

Answer 2

A Top down review process whereby subordinate’s performance is assessed by a superior, normally their direct line manage.
- Assessor is in the direct and frequent contact with employee and therefore should be in a good position to review progress.
- However superior may not be fully trained in how to carry out assessments and how to provide feedback.

Question 3

Peer assessment

Answer 3

Horizontal review process where an employees performance is reviewed by colleagues working at the same level.
- Reduces bias
- May be less intimidating then superior assessment

Question 4

Self-assessment

Answer 4

Employees judge and review own performance.
- May be used as a review process to help managers lead constructive review conversation.

Question 5

360 degree review

Answer 5

A multi stage review process that combine superior, peer and self-assessment as well as subordinate assessment.
- Gives broader idea of employees strengths and weaknesses.

Question 6

Benefits to business

Answer 6

• Provides feedback on employee performance
• Informs reward systems and future HR decisions including workforce planning
• Shares common goals
• Can create a motivated workforce

Question 7

Benefits to employee

Answer 7

• Links to reward system
• Opportunity to discuss progress and future with manager as well as any grievances
• Identify where training would be needed
• Motivational (Can be stressful)