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In business longevity does not equate to loyalty

In the world of business an individual’s loyalty is not measured by how long he or she has been at a company. This is an outdated perspective say HR experts and the focus today is more on relationship building and trust earned from consistent and effective service delivery.

There was a time when the degree of loyalty of an employee and employer was attributed directly to the length of time the two parties shared a relationship.

Today the paradigm has shifted and the value of people as assets in business is quantified by the level of service they provide on a consistent basis. This means not only fulfilling all duties and responsibilities, but also taking the necessary initiative to help keep the business competitive and a person’s position relevant.

This is the view held by HR and recruitment specialists at Accsys, a member of the Business Connexion Group and national supplier of management solutions within HR, payroll administration, time and attendance and access control.

Teryl Schroenn, CEO at Accsys, says the mindset today, from both an employee and employer perspective, is on career development and progress.

“Generally, whether it is in the private or public sector, security is a top priority for most people. Is building a career different from building financial security? The fact is that remuneration is ranked higher in terms of personal objectives. This is a reality in the marketplace today and one of the major drivers behind career change and movement in recruitment circles,” says Schroenn.

Accsys continues to pay close attention to activity within recruitment, particularly as this applies to HR and payroll functions. These areas of management are considered critical to successful operation within the market and are heavily dependent on skilled personnel.

The company has an established recruitment service called Accsys PeoplePlace that facilitates interaction between job seekers and prospective employers.

“People make a business. There is certainly a renewed appreciation for the role that people do play in establishing service levels and generating profit. When it comes to promotion, career and skills development, success often depends on how well the relationship has been managed by both employer and employee,” Schroenn adds.

Accsys advocates that people generally consider the strength of their relationships, but pay particular attention to the overall quality and quantity of their contribution to sustaining the business.

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