Forced ranking

"Forced Ranking may be the most controversial topic in management today. This tough-minded talent-management process assesses employee performance relative to peers rather than against predetermined goals." "In this highly practical book, performance management expert Dick Grote demonstrates that forced ranking can be the antidote to the common problems of inflated ratings and flawed appraisal processes that many organizations encounter. While forced ranking has been the focus of debate and conflict, Grote dispels common misperceptions about the process and offers a clear-headed, convincing argument that it is a critical part of any robust performance appraisal system."--Jacket.