Onboarding can be one of the most effective ways of helping new employees quickly get acclimated to your company processes. Onboarding allows you to provide new employees with the right knowledge, resources, and tools to be successful. You’ll also be providing your company with an employee that meshes well with your organization.
First, let us be clear: a proper onboarding process is not simply putting somebody through orientation. Orientation programs typically prepare someone for their first day at work. Onboarding is much more focused and long-term, transitioning new employees into being an engaged part of their new work family. The following items will help you develop a smooth and successful onboarding with your new hire.