When All Else Fails, Read the Directions

In manufacturing, in particular, it is critical that employees not only follow directions but that everyone follow them consistently. Most manufacturing professionals know detailed work instructions, policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), sanitation procedures, maintenance procedures, safety job hazard analyses, and similar documents are vital for performing tasks safely and efficiently. What most of them don’t know is that talent development also depends upon these documents to maintain consistent training for all employees.