Granby’s Annual Investors in People Update

A Year of Progress

Granby’s Annual Investors in People Update. Granby has proudly maintained its accreditation from Investors in People for many years, marking a significant and ongoing milestone in our journey towards excellence in people management and organisational development. Recently, Investors in People conducted an independent annual review to assess our progress over the past 12 months. This is a really useful process that helps ensure we keep our strategic focus aligned for the year ahead. This article summarises the key findings and future plans from our latest assessment, conducted in January 2025, which involved conversations with employees from various roles across our company.

Achievements Over the Past Year

Effective Leadership and Clear Expectations

Last year, our leadership was recognised for fostering an environment of openness and trust. Our leaders were described as visible, accessible, and approachable, creating a positive atmosphere for all our employees. This year, we have continued to build on this foundation. All our employees have a clear understanding of what is expected of them in terms of standards, quality, and output, which has been crucial in maintaining high performance across the board.

Commitment to Talent Development

Our dedication to talent development remains unwavering. Through the Granby Academy and our apprenticeship programmes, we have continued to nurture the skills and potential of our employees. This commitment has been instrumental in ensuring that our employees feel valued and motivated to contribute to Granby’s success.

Recognition and Valuation of Employees

Recognising and valuing our employees has always been our priority. Regular verbal feedback and employee forums have reinforced our appreciation for their contributions. This year, we have further enhanced our recognition programmes to ensure that every team member feels acknowledged and valued.

Areas for Development

Monitoring and Evaluating Appraisal Processes

In our previous assessment, we identified the need to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of our revised appraisal process. Over the past year, we have implemented a consistent appraisal system that facilitates meaningful two-way discussions about core values, training, development, career progression, and business improvement. This has been a significant step forward in aligning individual employee goals with our organisational objectives

Enhancing Wellbeing Initiatives

We have made considerable progress in enhancing our wellbeing offerings. New initiatives, such as healthier vending machine options, coffee mornings, employee dinners, and the provision of free fresh fruit, have been well-received. Additionally, we have continued to deploy employee surveys to gain insights into our people management and wellbeing strategies, ensuring that we remain responsive to employee needs.

Strengthening Communication

Communication has been a key focus area, and we have made strides in strengthening it across the organisation. The introduction of television screens has improved information distribution, while our annual communication days continue to update employees on strategy, performance, and significant changes. These efforts have ensured that employees are well-informed and engaged with Granby’s direction.

Strategic Approach to People Management

Our strategic approach to people management has been a cornerstone of our success. We have maintained a strong focus on communicating our core values, which are visibly displayed across the site. High performance is a priority, supported by key performance indicators covering safety, quality, finance, and the environment. Our structured onboarding systems and learning and development strategies are aligned with business imperatives, building the capability and flexibility of our workforce.

Employee Feedback

Feedback from our employees has been overwhelmingly positive. They describe Granby as a good company to work for, with strong teamwork and supportive colleagues. Senior managers are seen as approachable and trustworthy, and there is a clear understanding of expectations regarding standards, quality, and output. Our employees appreciate the development opportunities available to them, such as wellbeing workshops, fire marshal training, forklift truck training, and the Stepping Stones programme. Social activities and team-building days have also contributed to good working relationships among colleagues.

Focus for the Next 12 Months

Looking ahead, we have outlined several key areas of focus for the next 12 months:

• Granby’s Annual Investors in People Update: We aim to encourage our employees in all roles to become more involved in informing business strategy and generating efficiencies. This will further empower employees to contribute to Granby’s success and foster a culture of innovation and collaboration.
• Deploying an Employee Survey: To gain deeper insights into our employee satisfaction and areas for improvement, we plan to deploy a comprehensive employee survey. This will help us tailor our strategies to better meet the needs of our employees.

• Developing Social and Mental Wellbeing: Continuing to develop our approach to social and mental wellbeing is a priority. We have always recognised the importance of supporting our employees’ overall wellbeing and remain committed to providing resources and initiatives that promote a healthy work-life balance.

Conclusion

As we reflect on the past year, we are proud of the progress we have made in enhancing our workplace environment and people management practices. Our commitment to effective leadership, talent development, and employee wellbeing has been instrumental in achieving our goals. Looking forward, we are excited to continue building on this foundation. We will empower our employees, driving Granby towards even greater success. Granby remain dedicated to creating a positive and supportive workplace where each of our team members can thrive.