Appraisal | Are Appraisal Systems really dead?

Plenty has been written in recent years about the decline of the performance appraisal, in fact, according to July’s People Management magazine, just 4% of HR leaders feel that their appraisal systems or processes are effective. However a survey by CEB found that the overall results and productivity of firms that ditched performance appraisal fell by up to 10%, employers felt that pay rises were less fairly allocated and managers reported increased difficulties in managing talent.

It’s hardly surprising though when you think about it – just because a process isn’t being executed well doesn’t mean the process itself is at fault. Cleaning your teeth is a process that is highly effective in preventing tooth decay – but if you do it too infrequently or inconsistently there is every possibility that you will end up with a painful visit to the dentist.