When to Survey
The last item on the planning form is When to Survey. In this initial planning, when refers to time of year—the date.
If surveys are conducted annually, you should stay with a date close to that of the previous survey unless there is a reason for a change. This assists in maintaining consistency and contributes to the ability to compare results between surveys.
If you are conducting a survey for the first time, give consideration to selecting a date that will lend itself to repeating in future years. Also, select a date when most employees are available. Consider employee vacations, busy times of the year, holidays, and any requirements unique to a location.
If you are conducting a limited survey or a survey prompted by a specific ...
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