Dear Team, I have recently joined a small manufacturing company that does not have an HR department yet. We currently use software for managing salary and attendance (Biometric System - Finger Prints) and follow a policy of taking one day of leave per month.
Apart from these aspects, there isn't much in place. During a meeting with the top management, when I inquired about the organizational structure, the VP responded, "Is it an Indian law to have a fixed structure?"
Based on my experience, I believe it's more effective to "write in sand rather than water." In a new startup company, the structure is likely to evolve frequently. However, I suggest establishing a structure initially and then adjusting it as needed.
Seeking Advice on Implementing an HR Department
I am seeking advice on how to implement an HR department (what should be the first steps) and how to educate the senior management on this matter. I look forward to your prompt response.
Regards, Saravanan
From India, Ambala
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6Apart from these aspects, there isn't much in place. During a meeting with the top management, when I inquired about the organizational structure, the VP responded, "Is it an Indian law to have a fixed structure?"
Based on my experience, I believe it's more effective to "write in sand rather than water." In a new startup company, the structure is likely to evolve frequently. However, I suggest establishing a structure initially and then adjusting it as needed.
Seeking Advice on Implementing an HR Department
I am seeking advice on how to implement an HR department (what should be the first steps) and how to educate the senior management on this matter. I look forward to your prompt response.
Regards, Saravanan
From India, Ambala
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Dear Mr. Saravanan,
First of all, make the program in writing and move towards it step by step. First, implement the attendance system, by which to arrive at the pay structure and salary accordingly. Maintain all the records, educational certificates, and experience certificates of all employees. Formulate your company's service certificate, appointment letter, confirmation letter, and promotion policies. Create your company's PF Registration, ESI Registration (if applicable). Create leave rules for all the cadres of staff (if ladies are appointed, then accordingly make provisions for maternity leave). Create your own style of (180 or 360 degrees) appraisal system as applicable to the company's policies. You can create the system usage policy for misusing the company system. If you start implementing one by one, then you will obviously have a complete HR system come in line.
Wishing you all the best.
With warm regards,
S. Bhaskar
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From India, Kumbakonam
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First of all, make the program in writing and move towards it step by step. First, implement the attendance system, by which to arrive at the pay structure and salary accordingly. Maintain all the records, educational certificates, and experience certificates of all employees. Formulate your company's service certificate, appointment letter, confirmation letter, and promotion policies. Create your company's PF Registration, ESI Registration (if applicable). Create leave rules for all the cadres of staff (if ladies are appointed, then accordingly make provisions for maternity leave). Create your own style of (180 or 360 degrees) appraisal system as applicable to the company's policies. You can create the system usage policy for misusing the company system. If you start implementing one by one, then you will obviously have a complete HR system come in line.
Wishing you all the best.
With warm regards,
S. Bhaskar
[Phone Number Removed For Privacy Reasons]
From India, Kumbakonam
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Dear saravsist, even I also face the same problem. The first thing I suggest is for you to be a leader. This is an opportunity you will never get elsewhere. Consistently try to convince your management for the implementation of new HR policies. For your reference, I am sending you the recruitment to retirement process.
Best of luck.
From India, Pune
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Best of luck.
From India, Pune
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