Managing performance Discussion / The Future of Performance Appraisal Systems
In recent years, performance appraisal systems have undergone significant changes, and further transformations are expected in the near future. As a human resource consultant for Saudi Arabia Airlines, you have been tasked with providing an executive summary to the CEO and the Board of Directors, outlining the challenges and necessary changes to the current performance appraisal system, as well as discussing the future relevance of performance management in light of remote work and changing employment structures.
Address the following points:
Identify the two most significant challenges or errors commonly made in appraisals used today. Consider factors such as subjectivity, lack of feedback, and infrequency of evaluations.
Propose three significant changes that should be made to the current performance appraisal system to make it more timely and relevant. For example, consider the shift from annual appraisals to more frequent evaluations, such as quarterly assessments. Explore the importance of continuous feedback, goal setting in collaboration with employees, and aligning individual and company goals.
Directions:
Discuss the concepts, principles, and theories from your textbook. Cite your textbooks and cite any other sources if appropriate.
Your initial post should address all components of the question with a 500 word limit.
Reply to at least two discussion posts with comments that further and advance the discussion topic.