Assignment 1

Due Date November 1

An Ideal PM System:
14 Characteristics
The performance management system is one important function in Human
resources Management . In order to have an I deal system, it should adapt most of
the following characteristics
1. Congruent with organizational strategy
2. Thorough
3. Practical
4. Meaningful
5. Specific
6. Identifies effective/ ineffective performance
7. Reliable
8. Valid
9. Acceptable and Fair
10. Inclusive
11. Open (No Secrets)
12. Correctable
13. Standardized
14. Ethical
15. Questions
The ideal performance measurement system incorporates 14 characteristics that
provide accurate and timely direction for management. Students must do the following
steps to get this assignment done.

Stage one.
Choose a company (Find a company or case has an Ideal PMS)
Summarize the above posted characteristics by pointing out the most
important one.
Stage two

How many of the 14 characteristics of an ideal system are present in the
company you have chosen based on your own research.
Compare the current system with 14 characteristics using your critical analysis
skills as a team.
Stage three
Come up with a recommendation.



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