IGD has been awarded Investors in People status, the national standard which recognises companies’ investment in their staff. 

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Investors in People assesses companies’ performance in four different areas:



  • Commitment – being fully committed to developing its people in order to achieve its aims and objectives.

  • Planning – being clear about its aims and its objectives and what its people need to do to achieve them.

  • Action – developing its people effectively in order to improve its performance.

  • Evaluation – understanding the impact of its investment in people on its performance.

Joanne Denney, Chief Executive IGD said “I am delighted that we have achieved the Investors in People standard at our first attempt and that our commitment to our people and their development has been recognised.”


Norman Jennings, responsible for Investors in People within Business Link Hertfordshire, said “IGD sees clearly where it wants the business to go.  It involves its people by communicating business goals and targets, gains the commitment of people to improve performance and takes action to develop their skills, knowledge and qualifications; motivation, commitment and loyalty; job satisfaction and career prospects.” 


For further information please contact Jane Whiteley, tel: 01923 851917, mobile 0802 437579, Jane Beard 01923 851910 mobile 07770 640448 or Catherine Ellwood, tel: 01923 851916. 


EDITORS’ NOTES



  1. Visit the IGD website http://www.igd.com
  2. IGD is the leading research and education organisation for the food and grocery industry.  Its membership is drawn from the total grocery supply chain, including retail, manufacturing, wholesale, distribution, catering, packaging companies and primary producers.  IGD also has close links with consumer organisations.
  3. Business Link Hertfordshire, part of a national network of business centres, is fully committed to supporting local businesses with comprehensive help and information.  Operating across the county, Business Link draws on the specialist knowledge of more than 40 public and private sector partners as well as its in-house team of experts, developing practical and value for money solutions that help businesses stimulate greater success.