Investors in People aids staff loyalty at Pauley Design: Staff provided with personal career‐path plans

Abstract

Purpose

Describes the process of Investors in People (IIP) accreditation that has helped Pauley Design to develop and retain skilled staff.

Design/methodology/approach

Draws on the client‐services manager's personal views of the process.

Findings

Describes how the IIP process was carried out, what was involved and the psychological effects on individuals. Highlights the benefits to staff morale.

Practical implications

Demonstrates the effect of the IIP process in maintaining staff confidence and personal and corporate morale at Pauley Design.

Originality/value

Explains how Pauley Design management believes the IIP process and accreditation enables effective induction and training for all staff and gives them the incentive to stay with the company, minimizing the potential loss of skilled personnel.

Citation

Malleson, S. (2007), "Investors in People aids staff loyalty at Pauley Design: Staff provided with personal career‐path plans", Human Resource Management International Digest, Vol. 15 No. 2, pp. 18-20. https://doi.org/10.1108/09670730710735708