What is an induction programme?

First impression matters

An induction refers to the process of getting new employees acquainted with your business, helping them to settle in and giving them the information required ...The induction programme is one of the first impressions that a new employee gets of a company, and it can establish the tone of their attitude towards their new role.When the new hires have been selected, the most important step is having a thoroughly well-prepared and informative Induction program, which serves as an introduction. This is where the new hires gain information and understand the companies culture, policies values aims and objectives.An induction training programme is a useful tool for any business to provide new employees with essential information about the company, their jobs and how they fit into the organisation. It's essential to adjust the content to the company and role.

A well-prepared induction program must be welcoming and provide a warm atmosphere in order to decrease the new hires anxiety and have them create bonds with already existing staff. In many cases, companies may offer catering for the new hires, have them socialize before getting fully started.

Pre-employement phase

Once the individual has successfully been hired, the next step is the pre-employment phase. Each new hire should receive a warm welcome via email, accompanied by welcome pack. This pack will contain easily understandable information, allowing new employees to familiarize themselves with the company at their own pace before their first day.

The content should be both informative and enjoyable, making sure that reading it feels like an exciting introduction to their new role. It will also outline essential details about the upcoming induction program, including the start date, time, and a detailed schedule of the induction activities.

The induction program must include:

Presentation of the Company: This is where the staff provides information, introduces the company as well their team members. The history of the company, tour of facilities, role specific details, structure, values, culture, policies, procedures, mission and vision, aims and objectives are fully explained.

Workplace overview: Guiding new hires throughout the place and stations.

Teambuilding activities: After having the necessities explained, another step is having the new hires to form bonds with one and another, as well as will existing staff members. Having prepared games, such as scavengers hunt or two truths and one lie is are entertaining and fun games to be utilized.

Breaks: As the induction program tends to be long, it is necessary to provide smaller breaks and a lunch break. This helps new hires to socialize and get to know each other, ultimately forming bonds without the games. New hires have also the chance to question already existing staff about the jobs and experiences.

QnA: By the end of the program, new hires should have the ability to ask questions regarding the company and their roles, which can be easily done through a QnA.

Questionnaires: Lastly, questionnaires should be handed for evaluation regarding the induction program.

How to Deliver an Effective Induction Program

Companies use a range of methods to onboard new employees, depending on their culture, size, and operational needs. Common approaches include:

One-to-one onboarding sessions
Personalized meetings that introduce new hires to company expectations, roles, and workflows.

Group workshops
Ideal for teams or cohorts, these sessions support interaction, collaboration, and consistent messaging.

Online learning modules
Flexible, self-paced content such as videos, e-learning courses, or interactive presentations.

If video content is used, organizations should determine whether viewing alone is sufficient or whether follow-up activities are needed. A short quiz is an effective tool for verifying that new employees have understood the key information.

Continuous Improvement Through Feedback

An induction program should never remain static. After employees complete their onboarding, it is essential to gather their feedback to identify gaps, refine content, and improve overall effectiveness. This continuous review ensures the program stays relevant and aligned with company goals.

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For New Employees Joining S&OP or Supply Chain Teams

Onboarding is directly relevant to S&OP.

New team members must understand:

The company’s S&OP process

Planning cycles (monthly, weekly)

Key metrics (forecast accuracy, inventory targets, service levels)

Roles & responsibilities in the S&OP workflow

Tools and systems (ERP, forecasting software, dashboards)

A structured onboarding ensures they contribute faster and make fewer mistakes.

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Whenever a company invests in digital tools, automation, AI, analytics, or new platforms, employees must learn:

How to use new technologies

What digital workflows look like

How their daily tasks will change

How they can contribute to digital culture

Onboarding becomes the first step in building digital capability.

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