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Fact Sheet: Enhancing Productivity Through People Management Practices EXG Reviews Information Release

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Summary of key facts relating to the Enhancing Productivity EXG review released in December 2006.

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There are eighteen pages comprising the EXG Reviews (December 2006, March 2007 & April 2007) Information Release:

What was the main purpose of the review?#

The review was set up to consider opportunities to enhance workplace productivity through improved people management practices.

The purpose of this review was "to develop a means by which officials and ministers can take stock of the impact of the activities undertaken by the State Services Commission (SSC) and agencies in pursuit of the Employer of Choice and Excellent State Servants Development Goals, identifying where progress is and is not being made, supporting good practice, and identifying emerging challenges and new opportunities".

What were the main findings of the review?#

The SSC is concerned that the current pace of people management practices may not be sufficient to address the changing nature of the New Zealand workforce. A continuing focus on developing people's capability to meet the government’s needs and respond to the changing nature of the workforce is required.

What changes will be made as a result? What will be the benefits?#

The SSC has designed and is undertaking a multi-faceted work programme with initiatives focussed on three main themes in support of the Employer of Choice and Excellent State Servants Development Goals. These themes are:

  • Attracting and hiring the best
  • Creating positive workplaces
  • Developing for excellence.

This work programme will be continued. Over time improvements in people management practices can significantly contribute to productivity gains.