Departmental Culture Assessment
Evaluating the existing culture within the department to understand how it supports or hinders the achievement of development goals and making adjustments as needed.
Implications
The process of evaluating the values, behaviors, and norms within a specific department, often used to identify areas for improvement, enhance employee engagement, and align departmental culture with the overall organizational culture.
Example
Example: A company conducts a departmental culture assessment in its IT department, revealing a need for better communication and collaboration, leading to targeted team-building initiatives.
Related Terms
Different from organizational culture assessment, which looks at the entire company, departmental culture assessment focuses on the unique culture within a specific department.