‘Induction’ is the process that helps employees learn about their new role and new employer. It is sometimes also known as onboarding or orientation. Effective inductions benefit both the new employee and the organisation.
An employee’s first impressions of an organisation can have a significant impact on job satisfaction and their integration.
An effective induction (or "onboarding") ensures that a new starter is properly welcomed to the organisation, helps them to settle in and makes sure they have the information they need to perform effectively. An effective induction will also contribute to overall employee experience and longer-term engagement. It will also reduce the risk that the new employee does not settle in well, resulting in early attrition and its associated costs.
A supportive, comprehensive and engaging induction will include information on:
This guide offers advice on running effective inductions with links to practical tools to help implement the advice.
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17 فبراير, 2026
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