Corrective Action is a formal measure taken by an organization to address an identified problem, performance issue, policy violation, process failure, or workplace concern and to prevent the issue from recurring. In Human Resource Management, corrective action may involve counseling, coaching, additional training, performance improvement measures, written warnings, or other actions appropriate to the organization's policies and applicable requirements. The purpose is to identify the underlying issue, communicate expectations, define required improvements, assign responsibilities, and monitor progress toward resolution. In an HRMS, corrective action management can help HR teams document incidents, record discussions, assign action plans, establish timelines, track employee progress, maintain approvals, and preserve relevant records. A structured corrective action process promotes consistency, accountability, transparency, and timely resolution while helping organizations improve employee performance and workplace processes.
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