1. Induction And Orientation

2. Definition
• Induction (orientation) is a technique by which a
new employee is rehabilitated into the changed
surroundings and introduced to the practices,
polices and purposes of the organisation.
• Orientation is the process of acquainting new
employees with the organization. Orientation
topics range from such basic items as the location
of the company cafeteria to such concerns as
various career paths within the firm.

3. Purpose of Orientation
Feel Welcome
and At Ease
Begin the
Socialization
Process
Understand
the
Organization
Know What Is
Expected in
Work and
Behavior
Orientation Helps New
Employees

4. Objective of Induction
• Aids employees to settle down
• Help them understand their responsibilities
• To help new staff form positive first impressions,
• That he/she belongs to the company, feels welcome and supported
• To assist in understanding the culture and values;
• To improve staff efficiency, work standards, revenue and profits;
• To improve staff morale
• Overcoming employee anxiety , nervousness
• Reducing employee turnover

5. The Orientation Process
Company Organization
and Operations
Safety Measures
and Regulations
Facilities
Tour
Employee
Orientation
Employee Benefit
Information
Personnel
Policies
Daily
Routine

6. Content of Orientation
History of company
Names and titles of key executives.
Employees' title and department.
Layout of physical facilities
Probationary period
Products/services offered
Overview of production process
Company policy and rules
Disciplinary procedures
Safety steps
Employees' handbook

8. Difference between Induction and
orientation
• Induction Comes first and is followed By Orientation.
• Induction is for shorter duration while Orientation is for longer duration.
• Induction means introduction of the company as in the overall preview of
company while Orientation is the practical overview of the company .
• Induction is in the form of presentations while orientation includes introducing
employee to different people of the organisation.
• Orientation is introduction to the new working environment by introducing
aspects of the company such as:
Company mission
Quality and value statements
Organisation chart
Business objectives
Management
Workplace facilities
Work rules, regulations and policies
Employee benefits and incentives