SCoSyensqo'S s Performance Culture is based on meaningful discussions the principle of continuous, open dialogue between managers and employees, honest and transparent feedback, and support for development. The continuous nature of the performance cycle encourages focus, agility, and flexibility to better meet changing business needs. All year long you will follow up together with your manager on your goals and focus areas, exchange transparent and courageous feedback, and receive support to help you perform at your best. Regular dialogues between you and your manager will enable a transparent view of your performance, as well as concrete opportunities for development throughout the year.
Employees and managers use the Performance tool inMy HR Servicesto capture goals, summarize check-in conversations, and record snapshots.
ANNUAL
BUSINESS CYCLE
PERFORMANCE CYCLE
The annual performance cycle is based on the annual business cyclesets the delivery agenda for the year ahead.. The business plan and GBU goals Group and Entity priorities and objectives provide clear direction for the priorities that should feature in setting team and individual goals.
What are “Areas of Focus”?
An Area of Focus establishes short-term activities on which an individual or team will want to spend time on in order to have the biggest impact toward their goals.
year ahead.
Your manager will help you connect your work with the business strategy (setting objectives). Throughout the year, you will engage in regular, meaningful conversations (check-in conversations), take ownership of your development (development discussions), and look back on your performance for the year, based on what you achieve and how you deliver (year-end performance assessment).
The annual cycle of performance-related activities for individuals can be found below. Return to the My Performance main pageto find out more about each activity.While it is entirely optional to set areas of focus, breaking long-term goals down into incremental steps can help you establish the path you'll take in order to contribute to larger business priorities.