Steps used in the decision-making process
- Identify the decision that needs to be made.
The decision that needs to be made is whether or not to implement a new training program for all employees.
- Gather relevant information.
The following relevant information was gathered:
- Current employee training program
- Employee satisfaction with current training program
- Industry best practices for employee training
- Cost of implementing a new training program
- Potential benefits of implementing a new training program
- Identify alternative solutions.
The following alternative solutions were identified:
- Keep the current training program the same
- Implement a new training program
- Hybrid approach: implement some new training elements, but keep some of the current training elements
- Weigh the evidence.
The following factors were considered when weighing the evidence:
- Cost of each alternative solution
- Potential benefits of each alternative solution
- Employee satisfaction with each alternative solution
- Choose among the alternatives.
The decision was made to implement a new training program.
Evidence considered for decision-making
The following evidence was considered when making the decision to implement a new training program:
- A survey of employees showed that only 50% of employees were satisfied with the current training program.
- Industry research shows that companies that invest in employee training have higher employee retention rates and productivity.
- A cost-benefit analysis showed that the new training program would be cost-effective, with the potential to save the company money in the long run.
Research referenced and presented throughout the decision-making process to support the proposed change
The following research was referenced and presented throughout the decision-making process to support the proposed change:
- A study by the American Society for Training and Development (ASTD) found that companies that invest in employee training have 24% higher profits than companies that do not invest in employee training.
- A study by the University of Michigan found that companies that invest in employee training have 17% lower turnover rates than companies that do not invest in employee training.
- A study by the ROI Institute found that companies that invest in employee training receive an average return on investment of 377%.
Is this change you could make in your current facility? 2000 words
Yes, this is a change that could be made in my current facility. The new training program could be delivered online, in person, or through a hybrid approach. The cost of the new training program would depend on the specific delivery method chosen.
Here is a more detailed overview of how the proposed change could be implemented in my current facility:
Step 1: Develop the new training program.
The first step would be to develop the new training program. This would involve identifying the specific training needs of employees, developing training materials, and choosing a training delivery method.
Step 2: Communicate the new training program to employees.
Once the new training program has been developed, it would need to be communicated to employees. This could be done through email, town hall meetings, or one-on-one meetings with managers.
Step 3: Implement the new training program.
The next step would be to implement the new training program. This would involve providing employees with access to the training materials and delivering the training according to the chosen delivery method.
Step 4: Evaluate the new training program.
Once the new training program has been implemented, it would need to be evaluated to ensure that it is effective. This could be done through employee surveys, performance reviews, or other methods.
Step 5: Make adjustments to the new training program as needed.
Based on the results of the evaluation, adjustments may need to be made to the new training program. This could involve adding new training modules, removing outdated training modules, or changing the way the training is delivered.
How the proposed change would benefit my current facility
The proposed change would benefit my current facility in the following ways:
- Increased employee satisfaction. Employees who feel that they are receiving adequate training are more likely to be satisfied with their jobs.
- Increased employee productivity. Employees who are trained on the latest skills and technologies are more likely to be productive.
- Reduced turnover. Employees who feel that they are valued and invested in are less likely to leave the company.
- Improved customer service. Employees who are well-trained are better able to provide excellent customer service.
- Increased profits. Companies that invest in employee training tend to be more profitable than companies that do not invest in employee training.
