Write a paper describing how effective performance appraisals can increase employee performance. This paper should include sections on the strategic advantages of performance appraisals, potential forms of bias within the appraisal system, as well as how performance appraisals can contribute to the achievement of strategic objectives. The paper should be 2-3 pages in length.

Writing the Performance Appraisal Assignment:

• The paper should be 2-3 pages in length, excluding the cover page and reference page, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in your approved style guide.
• Must include a cover page that includes:
  • Name of paper
  • Student’s name
  • Course number and name
  • Instructor’s name
  • Date submitted
• Must include an introductory paragraph with a succinct thesis statement.
• Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
• Must conclude with a restatement of the thesis and a conclusion paragraph.
• Must use APA style as outlined in your approved style guide to document all sources.
• Must include, on the final page, a Reference List that is completed according to APA style as outlined in your approved style guide and has at least one reference in addition to the text.

Read the Performance Appraisal at Telespazio: Aligning Strategic Goals to People Development case study located in Topic resources. Discuss the assessment of employees within the Telespazio organization.
 

In 1,000-1,250 words, explain how the organization uses the appraisal assessments to identify employee roles, the current appraisal systems, performance ratings, and Telespazio’s practices for performing appraisal interviews. Decide what changes or strategies could be implemented to current performance appraisal practices. Consider a new performance appraisal tool that would benefit this highly matrixed, global company and an effective method for conducting a performance appraisal interview. Describe the benefits of using both the proposed appraisal tool and appraisal interview during the performance evaluation process. Suggest a minimum of two recommendations to Telespazio leadership which would meet the performance appraisal expectations of fair and realistic criterion, and professional development and motivation of the employees.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. 

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