The HR Tune-Up: Why Regular Review is Critical for Your Business

It can be easy to overlook the importance of regularly reviewing your human resources (HR) and people processes. After all, there are always pressing tasks to attend to, and HR may not always be top of mind.

However, neglecting to give HR the attention it deserves can be a costly mistake. All companies should conduct regular HR assessments, including checking for regulatory compliance. Explore what it should entail.

Why HR is critical to your business

Your employees are your organization’s lifeblood. They drive your business forward, and without them your company would cease to exist. HR is responsible for managing these vital components of your business, from hiring and onboarding to performance management and employee relations. Effective HR processes can help increase employee engagement and productivity, contributing to your organization’s success.

HR also plays a critical role in regulatory compliance. Employment laws and regulations are constantly changing, and keeping up with these changes can be complex. Failing to comply with regulations can result in costly fines, legal disputes, and damage to your company’s reputation.

Why regular review of HR processes is important

As your business evolves, your HR processes must evolve as well. Regular review helps you keep your practices up to date and effective, identify areas that need improvement, and implement changes to align HR practices with your short- and long-term business goals.

Reviewing HR processes regularly is critical for regulatory compliance. Regular review can allow you to identify areas where you may be out of compliance and take corrective action before it becomes a problem.

Your employees want to know their needs and concerns are being heard. Regular review of HR processes is important for maintaining employee engagement and satisfaction, and helps you identify areas where you may be falling short in meeting their needs and take action to address these issues.

Benefits of conducting an HR assessment

An HR assessment is a comprehensive review of your HR practices and processes, designed to identify areas where improvements can be made. It can be conducted internally or by an external consultant.

There are several benefits to conducting an HR assessment:

• It provides an objective evaluation of your HR practices and processes. An external consultant can provide a fresh perspective and identify areas that may be overlooked by internal staff.
• It provides a roadmap for refining your HR practices and processes. The assessment report can identify areas where improvements can be made and provide recommendations for implementing changes.
• It can help identify areas where you may be out of compliance with employment laws and regulations and provide recommendations for reducing risk.

The information contained herein is general in nature and is not intended, and should not be construed, as legal, accounting, investment, or tax advice or opinion provided by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (CLA) to the reader. For more information, visit CLAconnect.com.