What does a contributions appraisal measure?

A contributions appraisal primarily measures the value that an employee has added to an organization. This assessment focuses on the impact an employee has on the organization’s goals, objectives, and overall performance. It looks at quantifiable results and contributions that directly relate to the success of the organization, such as revenue generation, cost savings, innovation, or improvements in processes and customer satisfaction.

While the enhancement of skills, performance of upper management, and employee satisfaction are important aspects of organizational management, they do not specifically encapsulate what a contributions appraisal is designed to measure. A contributions appraisal is centered on tangible contributions and outcomes rather than subjective assessments of skills, managerial effectiveness, or general employee satisfaction. This makes option C the most accurate representation of what this type of appraisal evaluates.