job rotation
Systematic role switching
Job rotation is a workplace practice where employees periodically switch between different roles or tasks within an organization.
The purpose is typically to develop broader skills, reduce monotony, prevent burnout, or cross-train workers: The company uses job rotation to prepare managers for senior positions.
Job rotation keeps assembly line workers from developing repetitive strain injuries.
- secondmentTemporary work transfer
- reassignmentShifting to new duties
- cross-trainingMulti-activity fitness approach
- job shadowingObserving employees during workday
- promotionRank increase or publicity
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- HRhiring, human resources, recruiting, HR, onboarding
- HR actionshiring, firing, layoff, promotion, demotion
- HR programsemployee assistance, employee recognition, wellness programs, training programs, diversity programs
- job designautonomy, specialization, workflow, workload, scheduling
- job trainingjob training, apprenticeships, vocational schools, vocational school, mentoring
- workforce mobilityjob transfer, internal transfer, relocation, reassignment, lateral move
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