How can performance management systems be improved?

Performance management systems can be improved by ensuring that it effectively achieves its aim, and managers should think about doing an evaluation of the PMS periodically, so that improvement could be applied.

This kind of evaluation could be done either through a survey, audit or questionnaire to assess the following points:

·       Opinions of the employees and supervisors regarding the PMS process

·       Check if the job descriptions are up-to-date

·       Check the reactions of employees and supervisors regarding the appraisal systems

·       Feedback: How is the feedback given>

·       Check if the organization needs any other needs (For example training)

·       Check if the individual’s job objectives are clear, well written, SMART and in line with the organization’s goals and objectives

After evaluating the surveys outcomes, Managers will have to know what improvements will need to be done to update the actual PMS. It is however, highly recommended to constantly update and improve it as it will allow the organization to stay focused on its goal, vision and mission.