A 360 evaluation is an assessment of an individual’s performance, development, and potential. The process includes obtaining confidential, anonymous evaluations from the employee’s direct manager and others with whom they regularly interact, such as peers, co-workers, direct reports, upper management, etc.
It’s important to clarify that 360-degree reviews are not designed to replace or be a substitute for an employee’s annual performance review or ongoing one-on-one performance feedback sessions, which include a manager’s feedback about an employee’s performance related to job expectations or job-specific skills.
A 360 assessment is a coaching and developmental tool that provides broader perspectives to help the manager deliver a comprehensive performance review.
