postplacement

Postplacement refers to the activities and processes that occur after a candidate has been placed in a role. In human resources and staffing contexts, postplacement focuses on the successful integration of the new employee, ensuring alignment with role expectations and driving early productivity. In some medical or technical settings, the term may also describe the period after the placement of a device or prosthesis, involving monitoring and adjustments as appropriate.

Core elements of postplacement include onboarding coordination, introduction to the team, provision of role-specific training, and the establishment of a support plan. Regular check-ins between the new employee, their supervisor, and often a recruiter or HR representative are common, as are milestone reviews at 30, 60, and 90 days to assess performance, fit, and satisfaction. Feedback is gathered from the employee, manager, and colleagues to identify issues and opportunities for improvement.

Outcomes are typically tracked with metrics such as time to productivity, ramp-up time, retention rates, and satisfaction scores. Effective postplacement programs aim to improve retention, accelerate performance, and enhance candidate experience while providing early signals for additional onboarding or role adjustments.

Implementation considerations for postplacement include defining responsibilities among HR, managers, and recruiters, establishing timelines, ensuring compliance with labor laws and data privacy, and aligning postplacement activities with broader onboarding and retention strategies. Challenges can include misaligned expectations, inadequate onboarding, difficulties with cultural integration, and the complexities of remote work.