Authors : Fiza Sadik Shekh; Akash Wankhade

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 4 - April

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26apr2436

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Abstract : In the Information Technology (IT) sector, performance appraisal systems are one of the chief components of performance appraisal as a method of assessing employee performance, and ultimately leading to increased employee productivity through alignment of employee development to the company’s objectives. Rapid growth of the IT sector coupled with changes in technology and the implementation of remote working has resulted in the conversion of traditional performance appraisal into continuous and technology-enabled performance management processes. This research study will review how performance appraisals work within the IT sector and assess their impact on employee motivation, productivity, job satisfaction, and ultimately, organizational performance. It will also highlight issues surrounding performance appraisal systems such as bias in appraisals, lack of transparency of performance appraisals, and employee dissatisfaction with performance appraisals. This research finds that when effective performance appraisal systems are utilized along with fair performance evaluation, continuous performance feedback, and development of employees, organizations will realize increases in organizational efficiency.

Keywords : IT Industry, Appraisals, Employee Performance, Performance Management System.

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