Describes some of the policies that helped UK environmental consultancy ADAS to win best‐to‐work‐for prize in the Edie Awards for Environmental Excellence.
Concentrates on the company's approach to training and development, employee consultation and internal communications.
Details in particular the ADAS induction process, which helps new employees to feel a part of the organization and is seen as a key aspect of promoting employee retention.
Highlights the importance of good working relationships, rather than remuneration packages or frequent HR “initiatives”, in helping to create a good working environment.
Emphasizes the importance not only of consulting employees, but of acting on the feedback received.
Details a number of policies that other firms with a geographically dispersed workforce may find helpful in cementing a sense of “belonging” to a single organization.
