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Retention, engagement & workforce metrics · Working

Regrettable attrition

Also called: regretted turnover

ELI5

Departure of employees the organisation wished to retain.

Used in conversation

“Can we circulate regrettable attrition with the assumptions and open questions marked?”

Pitch context

You will see “Regrettable attrition” in organisation plans, workforce reviews, change programmes and people reports when the discussion reaches retention, engagement & workforce metrics.

Why it matters: In retention, engagement & workforce metrics, the scope can change what data may be used, who may access it and which controls are required.

Caution

Employment law and workplace practice vary by jurisdiction and agreement.

Sources & evidence · 3

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