in which the individual is compared with others and ranked or rated. Generally
appraisal is made by the supervisor or manager once or twice in a year.6.1 Purpose of Performance AppraisalPerformance appraisal is an important tool of HR management
and is used for a variety of purposes.⢠It is used to appraise the quality of performance of different employees. It includes knowledge of the work
ability to do the work efficiently
spirit of coordination
dependability
punctuality
enthusiasm
self-confidence
leadership qualities etc.⢠Through this method
the appraisal procedure is standardized so that the management may rate all the employees on the same qualities by the same method of measurement.⢠It may be used for training of employees.⢠It is also useful in deciding the type and nature of training programmes for employees. It helps in the placement of employees properly and also in finding out the âmisfitâ who may be transferred to the right place.Download free eBooks at bookboon.com