...Tony Manning Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore why objective setting is often found difficult and consider what to do about it. The paper critically assesses the two main managerial perspectives on objective setting before summarising evidence-based research on what works. Based...

...W. David Rees; Christine Porter The problems of operating employee appraisal schemes effectively are identified in this two‐part article. Appraisal of formal appraisal schemes suggests that most do not operate satisfactorily. Multipurpose schemes can be cumbersome and include conflicting objectives...

... performance may not be maintained. Training per se will not increase productivity – it is the second step in a continuum leading to the achievement of an objective. If a training specialist, however designated, is involved, the outcome of the required contribution should be defined in measurable terms...

... to establish the organisational, departmental and individual objectives of those to be trained. Regardless of opinions to the contrary, staff are the most important element of any organisation. In order to remain competitive the companies of today must readily accept and adapt to new ways of working...