The Importance of Job Rotation in an Organization by Kumudu

In the absence of an employee in an organization, the duties that he or she must perform must be performed by another employee. In order to perform the task properly, the employee must have a proper understanding and knowledge of the task. Otherwise the activities of the institution will be hampered. In such a case it is very important that the job rotation has been done. This eliminates the serious situations that employees face suddenly and gives them the knowledge to perform all the functions of the organization. Through it, self-confidence is built and the functions of the institution are performed correctly.

Objectives of job rotation

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Reducing stress

Employee dissatisfaction and pressure might be stated as factors for employees leaving the company. Leaving people like way decreases employee morale and wastes time, money, and labor when hiring and training new staff. But Job Rotation has optimistically accepted a variety of new challenges and fresh perspectives for employees, thereby reducing job stress and making employees more loyal to the organization.

Skills Awareness

When an employee performs the same task for a long period of time, managers lose the opportunity to understand that employee's abilities. The employee's abilities, skills, attitudes, and hidden talents are highlighted through job rotation. Furthermore, the opportunity for them to demonstrate and develop analytical, communication, and leadership abilities that are not part of their current job responsibilities can bring value to your

 

Appreciation

Job rotation teaches employees to respect not only their own duties but also the duties of other employees. It gives every employee an understanding of the value of every job. Such perceptions, in turn, can cause employees to look down on others or downplay the importance of their duties. On the other side, it improves the organization's performance through fostering positive interpersonal interactions among personnel. Both internal and external customers are satisfied as a result of this.

Disadvantages

Job rotations are not appropriate for every organization. If your employees are assigned to certain customer accounts, for example, the confusion that can develop when they see a new face could impair client trust, rapport, and loyalty. Employees are hesitant to leave their comfort zones and contribute little to other departments. Job rotation is just another formality or process that has been placed on them. They only have to do as their Boss has instructed.

Conclusion

Job rotation has both advantages and disadvantages. The role of the organization is enhanced by the fact that a leader very discreetly rotates his employees as the organization wants.

We can see that job rotation is a crucial practice for developing the organization's culture and productivity after studying the benefits and importance of it. It also aids staff development inside the business or corporation.

 

References

Hamlett, C., n.d. Effects of Job Rotation. [Online]

Available at: https://smallbusiness.chron.com/effects-job-rotation-12276.html

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Juneja, P., n.d. Disadvantages of Job Rotation. [Online]

Available at: https://www.managementstudyguide.com/disadvantages-of-job-rotation.htm

[Accessed 1 May 2022].