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Glossary

The Signify performance management module allows the use of field aliases, meaning you can rename certain objects to match the terminology used in your company. See here a list of standard terminology and the meaning attached to each.

 

Contract

Performance Agreement

Performance Year / Cycle

Assessment/Review Period

Assessment Frequency

Contract Weight Item

Contract Status

Phase Status

Objectives

Section Weight

Check-ins

Rating / Score

Personal Development Plan (PDP)

Perspective / Pillar

Key Performance Area

Key Competencies

Stretch Targets

Leadership Behaviours

Values and Behaviours / Company Values

Employee

Manager / Performance Manager / Line Manager

Pre-moderation Rating / Final Rating

Moderation / Calibration

Submit vs. Approve vs. Modify