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Investors in people

What is Investors in People?

Investors in People celebration for estates at oxford brookes universityThe Investors in People Standard (IiP) provides a framework that helps organisations to improve performance and realise objectives through the effective management and development of their people.

How we benefit from Investors in People

  • Employees are kept in touch with what is going on
  • Employees working with the Standard, should understand organisation's aims and objectives and the role they will play in helping it get there. It is also vital that they understand how their work contributes to the success of the organisation as a whole.
  • Working with the Standard then you are working with an organisation that wants to do things properly.
  • Employees could get ahead more quickly at work because you are managing your career better and getting the support you need to develop.
  • a good place to work, with a positive and supportive atmosphere

Improved Earnings, Productivity and Profitability

Skilled and motivated people work harder and better, improving productivity.

Customer Satisfaction

Investors in People is central to helping employees become customer focused, enabling organisations to effectively meet customer needs.

Improved Motivation

Motivation is improved through employees’ greater involvement, personal development and recognition of their achievements. This leads to higher morale, improved retention rates, reduced absenteeism, readier acceptance of change, and identification with the organisation’s goals beyond the confines of the job.

Reduced Costs and Wastage

Skilled and motivated people constantly examine their work to contribute towards reducing costs and wastage.

Enhanced Quality

Investing in people significantly improves the results of quality programmes. Investors in People adds considerable value to:

  • The Excellence Model,
  • ISO 9000,
  • BS 5750 and other total quality initiatives.

Competitive Advantage Through Improved Performance

Investor in People organisations develop a competitive edge.

Public Recognition

Investor in People status brings public recognition for real achievements measured against a rigorous National Standard. Being an Investor in People helps to attract the best quality job applicants. It may also provide a reason for customers to choose specific goods and services.

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