3 — Risks and Mitigations

Redesigning HR Systems · 3:12

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Lyrics

[Verse 1]
When you're changing how things work, there's knowledge that could disappear
The people who know all the ways might not always be here
But if you plan an overlap time, let the old teach the new
Document every process step before the transition's through

[Chorus]
Overlap and document, that's the way to start
Cross-function reviews, quarterly from the heart
Single intake point so no one gets confused
Performance metrics mean people can't be misused
Faster processes offset the cost
Without these safeguards, everything gets lost

[Verse 2]
Compliance gaps can open wide when functions start to shift
Different teams with different rules, creating dangerous drift
A shared compliance calendar keeps everyone aligned
Quarterly cross-function reviews keep problems confined

[Chorus]
Overlap and document, that's the way to start
Cross-function reviews, quarterly from the heart
Single intake point so no one gets confused
Performance metrics mean people can't be misused
Faster processes offset the cost
Without these safeguards, everything gets lost

[Verse 3]
Employees walking in circles, don't know where to go
"Who handles my vacation?" "Where do concerns flow?"
Create one single intake point, make communication clear
When change creates confusion, guidance must appear

[Bridge]
Business leaders might forget that people need their care
Include people metrics in reviews to show you're aware
Yes the costs might seem higher when functions duplicate
But reduced bureaucracy and turnover compensate

[Chorus]
Overlap and document, that's the way to start
Cross-function reviews, quarterly from the heart
Single intake point so no one gets confused
Performance metrics mean people can't be misused
Faster processes offset the cost
Without these safeguards, everything gets lost

[Outro]
Risk and mitigation, hand in hand they go
Plan before you change things, then watch your business grow

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