What is outplacement and why should employers consider it?
Outplacement is an employer sponsored benefit which provides a pathway for outgoing employees affected by redundancy. It helps affected employees transition into the job market or retirement and helps to facilitate acceptance of change. As it’s additional money spent on individuals who are leaving the organisation at a time when it is often trying to “tighten its belt”, outplacement might seem like an unnecessary expense at a time when it can least be afforded. However, career transition services are often