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A research and development laboratory affiliated with a university developed a computer monitoring program to help evaluate its employee appraisal system. Computerized monitoring: verified that appraisals were performed; ensured compliance of the appraisals with formalized policies; verified that salary raises were preceded by appraisals; demonstrated upper management's commitment to the appraisal system; and encouraged good appraisal practices. The personnel complement of the organization, the details of the appraisal system, the general management style of the organization, and the guiding principles underlying the development of the monitoring program are discussed. Communications with managers stressing the importance of both the appraisal system and the monitoring program are identified as the keys to successful employee evaluations.
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Interactive video is a valuable employee communications tool. Interactive video systems and games can be used to describe insurance policies, profit-sharing arrangements, payroll deductions, stock options, and management training programs. The advantage of interactive video for the employee is ease of use, while companies are offered a variety of benefits, including assurance of information dissemination, provision for employee feedback, and cost savings. The experience of UNUM Life Insurance Co (Portland, ME) in using interactive video to detail employee benefits is described.
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Increased personnel management requirements, government regulations, and expanded microcomputer capabilities now justify the establishment of a micro-based human resources information system. The many justifications for such a system include: the general reduction of clerical work; easy storage and retrieval of employment applications; tracking of employee training; analyzing proposed changes in salaries and benefits; employee turnover and succession planning; compliance with government regulations; and benefits servicing.
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