Most companies never put a number on a review cycle that goes wrong. Managers spend hours writing reviews nobody uses, grades mean different things in different teams, and the decisions that should follow (promotion, development, exits) slip to the next cycle. This calculator helps you size that cost for your own company, using inputs you enter yourself.
How it works: enter your headcount, how many managers you have, roughly how long a review cycle takes them and how often you run one. The tool turns your inputs into an estimate of the time and money tied up in the process. Every figure comes from what you type in. There are no hidden benchmarks or industry averages behind it, so the result is only as good as your inputs. Use it to start an internal conversation, then compare the result with the quarterly review and calibration process in the performance management framework.
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FAQ
Where do the numbers come from?
From your own inputs. The calculator does not add industry benchmarks or survey statistics, so the estimate reflects only what you enter.
Is my data stored?
The tool runs in your browser as an embedded app. Avoid entering names or personal data; headcount and time estimates are all it needs.
What should I do with the result?
Use it to compare your current cycle with a lighter, quarterly process. The review-cycle checklist and the calibration meeting guide show where time is usually lost.
Does it replace a proper business case?
No. It is a quick starting estimate. Check the assumptions with your Finance team before using it in a decision.
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