Includes bibliographical references (p. [313]-317) and index.

Introduction to performance management -- Planning performance for role clarity, accountability and effectiveness -- Increasing self awareness and understanding : self appraisal -- Performance analysis -- Improving quality of performance ratings -- Performance review discussion -- Using performance management systems data for HR decisions and performance improvements -- Performance management systems and appraisal practices in India : the 1990s scenario -- Performance management systems and appraisal practices in some Asian countries -- Making Performance management systems and appraisals work -- Monitoring performance planning analysis and development systems -- Focusing on team performance for better results -- Rating-less appraisals for the future of performance management systems -- Performance management : from systems to spiritual approach -- Implementing performance management systems -- Performance management systems in select organizations -- 360 degree or multirater assessment and feedback systems -- Potential appraisal.

This book explores the many facets of performance management and how it works as well as extends it to encompass individuals, dyads and teams. It focuses on how organisations can enhance performance through building competency, commitment and support. The author demonstrates that a good performance management system has an inherent motivational value since it facilitates learning and brings about role clarity?which helps people focus on performance development. Thus, performance management raises levels of trust creating better communication, and as a consequence a more transparent and productive organisation.