This document discusses various methods for performance appraisal in organizations. It describes traditional methods like confidential reports, ranking, and graphical rating scales. It also outlines modern methods such as management by objectives, assessment centers, and behaviorally anchored rating scales. The key steps in performance appraisal are establishing standards, communicating standards, measuring actual performance, comparing performance to standards, and taking corrective actions if needed. Performance appraisal aims to systematically evaluate employee performance and potential for development.