Often, employers take a laid-back approach to induction, relying on new employees to figure things out on the job as they go along, or by following the lead of other employees, which might or might not be the most effective way for them to learn their new job.

It is risky to take an ad hoc approach to induction, especially given that the first few weeks on the job are critical to the engagement and success of the employee, as well as a determining factor in whether or not they stay in the position.

In order for new employees to understand the organization's purpose, direction, and values, it is critical that they hear from the company's executive team. This enables them to put their job/contribution into context and gives them a greater sense of purpose in their work life.

One of the most effective and efficient methods of bringing new team members up to speed on a wide range of company policies and legislation that apply to the role, as well as a thorough understanding of how and what the company delivers its services or products, is through a well-thought-out induction program.

It is common in many industries that failure to complete required compliance training will result in costly fines or other legal ramifications for the organization. This is just one of the many reasons why induction programs are so important to have in place.

Here are the five most important reasons why induction programs are so important.

#1 - THE CULTURE OF THE WORKPLACE
New employees must be brought up to speed on your company's culture and be assimilated into it. They must be aware of your core values as well as the behaviors that underpin those values.

#2 - COMPLIANCE WITH THE LAW
Inform your employees about your company's policies on safety, bullying, sexual harassment, and other critical policies, as well as other important policies. This will aid in the protection of the company by preventing incidents and providing a stronger defense in the event of a claim.

RETENTION IS NUMBER THREE.
Induction programs assist employees in adjusting to their new position, making a more seamless transition into the company, and becoming more integrated into the company culture. This ultimately aids in employee retention, as well as the reduction of recruitment costs and the creation of a supportive environment for employees.

PRODUCTIVITY IS THE FOURTH KEY.
Employees learn the proper way to do things from the beginning, rather than being shown shortcuts or the other way around later on.

The fifth advantage is that it saves both time and money.
In the long run, a well-developed induction program saves your company time and money because it can be easily replicated for each new employee (thanks to excellent automation systems) and updated with new information as needed.

AND THERE'S A BONUS #6...

REPUTATION OF THE COMPANY
Inductions assist in establishing a professional image of the company, which includes the manner in which you provide customer service to customers.

Step-by-step explanation

DESERVE MORE INFORMATION ON DEVELOPING A COMPREHENSIVE INDUCTION PROCESS?
For those who require professional assistance with their induction process, the first step is to schedule a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation with Harrison Human Resources. We'll listen to your concerns with an expert ear and discuss some possible next steps with you.