Investor in People Group-Scheme Overview

How implementing Investors in People has led to tangible improvements for these local businesses:

"The initial assessment gave areas for encouragement and focused on where we could improve as we moved forward to the final stages of the program. The atmosphere within the business has never been better. I am very proud of the response there has been to the project from the staff"
Business Owner, Ballymena

"Working through the programme has pushed us to do some things that we knew we should be doing anyway. Feedback from the staff has been more forthcoming and more positive"
Partner – SME, Lisburn

"It's not only about the staff, it’s about a change of mindset throughout the business. We are all doing things differently and communicating better. Everyone feels involved in moving the business forward"
Office Manager, Derry City

"The most valuable investment we can make in our business is to spend time to continuously train those whom we work with and develop a more enjoyable environment"
Business Owner, Markethill

Share the success! - Join the Investors in People Group Programme
To date, over 100 businesses have achieved Investors in People recognition with our support and are able to report improved team performance and a positive impact upon their businesses. The Group-Scheme approach is specifically designed for SMEs to ensure maximum impact for your organisation without unnecessary bureaucracy and paperwork.

FAQs…

What is Investors in People?
A framework that links people development to business objectives, and a proven business improvement tool that can be used to bring about culture change, by helping to focus performance on business objectives. Where businesses are seeking to differentiate themselves in the competitive market on the service delivered to their patients, the IiP model could prove invaluable.

Why should I consider it for my Business?
Business is a changing environment and many business are becoming more business focused. Using the IiP framework to assist with the transition is a tried and tested way of getting the best out of people. Over 37000 business throughout the UK can't be wrong, and the comments above show how local dentists are reaping the benefits.

What are the benefits?
A more motivated workforce, whose skills and capabilities are more effectively developed and utilised within the business, leading to enhanced performance and profitability

Is it time consuming?
It is a popular misconception that the journey to Investors in People is bureaucratic and involves a lot of paperwork. In fact, when a business is assessed, no paper evidence is needed! Commitment from the business owner is required, but the focus is on outcomes, not on the processes that achieve them.

How does a Group Programme work?
Once your organisation has committed to the programme and received an initial 'diagnostic' review (a snapshot of current strengths and weaknesses against the IiP standard) and an Action Plan specifically prepared for your business to guide you on your IiP journey. You will be invited to join other business owners and their teams Business owners attending a series of business improvement workshops. You also receive one to one consultancy support tailored to the specific requirements of their business. Formal assessment against the IiP standard is also included.

Who are Next Level Impact?
A Northern Ireland based management consultancy with a local and international experience. We are the lead provider of IiP advisory and assessment services in the province, and have assisted over a hundred organisations to achieve recognition against the current Investors in People standard. To learn more about us and our services, visit www.nextlevelimpact.com

I'm interested! What should I do next?
Subsidised places on our next group programme are strictly limited. For further information, contact our support team to secure your place.

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