Managing employee performance provides a foundation for employee and organizational success.

As a human resources professional, you are working with first-level supervisors. Prepare a well-researched training tool that addresses the following elements of designing a performance management system for an accounting firm:

• Describe the components of a complete performance management system.
• Discuss how a performance management system supports employee motivation and contributes to maximizing company performance and competitive advantage.
• Provide examples of how employee motivational techniques can maximize employee contributions.