How to Increase Employee Accountability at Work

Biometric Devices – Finger-print and retinal scanners, let an employee to clock-in and out for their periods at work through one of their bodily traits. For an employee to be held accountable for their shift, they will have to be exist at work in order to sign in/out. Since these devices need the use of a person’s physical appearance, it confirms that each employee that is present will be accounted for. Biometric devices also help to reduce employee time theft or “buddy punching”.

Time and Attendance Software – When you pair biometric devices with a time and attendance software, it lets for much more well-organized attendance handling. Once an employee clocks-in for a period, the info is logged into the device, and can then be uploaded onto the time and attendance software letting for precise tracking of employee attendance. More employees will be accountable for their periods with more precise tracking and less attendance errors.

SMART Goals – A great way to short-term accountability in the office is to have your employees set SMART goals for themselves. SMART goals are precise, quantifiable, attainable, results-oriented and time-bound. Having goals that meet these criteria will allow your employees to feel more able in the work they are doing. It is a way for them to measure their own productivity.

Team Incentive Programs: Team incentive programs will allow employees to encourage themselves to reach their uppermost responsibility and prospective. Your employees will work together towards finishing mutual goals, and will be remunerated for going above and beyond the goals set out for them.

Ranking: One reason why employee accountability decreases, is because employees struggle to balance tasks and goals and eventually become overwhelmed and unable to complete their tasks on time. As a manager of a business, it is important to help your employees prioritize their tasks in relation to your company’s overall goals. Facilitating to prioritize will allow your employees to feel more organized and competent in the tasks they are assigned.

Monitor Progress: Monitoring your employees’ progress will help motivate them to be more productive and responsible. It is only natural that when we know someone is watching our progress that we will try to perform to our best abilities. Along with monitoring employee progress, it is equally important to share progress reports with them so they may learn what areas need more attention and what areas they are excelling in.

Andrew S

Andrew S is a HR Go-To Person and a Blogger at ActiveHR.io. He is currently pursuing his Master's degree in digital journalism. He graduated with majors in journalism and English literature.