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HR Decision Trees
HR decision trees for leave classification, disciplinary process, performance action, remote work approval, and onboarding tracks. Free to run and embed.
7 published trees in this category. Every one runs as a guided wizard in the browser — no signup — and can be copied as the starting point for your own version.
Trees in this category
Engineering Hire Type
Choosing the wrong hiring model wastes months and budget — bringing on a permanent hire for a short-term need, or using a contractor for work that requires deep product context, both create problems that compound over time. This tree routes you to the engagement model that matches the duration, scope, urgency, and strategic importance of the work.
Should I approve this flexible or remote working request?
Determines whether a flexible or remote working arrangement should be approved and at what level. Decisions are based on role characteristics, performance track record, team coverage needs, and compliance readiness. Consistent application of this framework reduces the risk of perceived favouritism and supports a fair flexible working culture.
What performance management action is appropriate for this situation?
Determines the appropriate performance management action for an underperforming employee. Use this tree to guide managers through a structured, fair, and legally defensible response to performance concerns. The outcome aligns with progressive discipline principles and HR best practice.
What type of leave should this absence be classified as?
Guides HR professionals and managers in classifying an employee leave request into the correct leave category. Accurate classification ensures compliance with employment law, correct payroll treatment, and fair application of entitlements. Work through the questions in order using the information provided by the employee at the time of request.
Where in the salary band should I place this new hire or promotion?
Determines where within a salary band a new hire or promoted employee should be placed. Consistent band placement protects internal equity, supports pay transparency, and reduces the risk of discriminatory pay outcomes. Use this tool in conjunction with the approved salary band for the role level and the most recent external market data.
Which disciplinary step is appropriate for this misconduct?
Guides managers and HR professionals to the appropriate step in the disciplinary process based on the nature and severity of the misconduct. Following the correct procedural step protects the organisation legally and ensures the employee receives a fair process. Always consult HR before initiating any formal disciplinary action.
Which onboarding track should I assign to this new hire?
Public interactive decision tree.
All HR & People trees
- Engineering Hire Type — Choosing the wrong hiring model wastes months and budget — bringing on a permanent hire for a short-term need, or using a contractor for work that requires deep product context, both create problems that compound over time. This tree routes you to the engagement model that matches the duration, scope, urgency, and strategic importance of the work.
- Should I approve this flexible or remote working request? — Determines whether a flexible or remote working arrangement should be approved and at what level. Decisions are based on role characteristics, performance track record, team coverage needs, and compliance readiness. Consistent application of this framework reduces the risk of perceived favouritism and supports a fair flexible working culture.
- What performance management action is appropriate for this situation? — Determines the appropriate performance management action for an underperforming employee. Use this tree to guide managers through a structured, fair, and legally defensible response to performance concerns. The outcome aligns with progressive discipline principles and HR best practice.
- What type of leave should this absence be classified as? — Guides HR professionals and managers in classifying an employee leave request into the correct leave category. Accurate classification ensures compliance with employment law, correct payroll treatment, and fair application of entitlements. Work through the questions in order using the information provided by the employee at the time of request.
- Where in the salary band should I place this new hire or promotion? — Determines where within a salary band a new hire or promoted employee should be placed. Consistent band placement protects internal equity, supports pay transparency, and reduces the risk of discriminatory pay outcomes. Use this tool in conjunction with the approved salary band for the role level and the most recent external market data.
- Which disciplinary step is appropriate for this misconduct? — Guides managers and HR professionals to the appropriate step in the disciplinary process based on the nature and severity of the misconduct. Following the correct procedural step protects the organisation legally and ensures the employee receives a fair process. Always consult HR before initiating any formal disciplinary action.
- Which onboarding track should I assign to this new hire?
How to use these trees
- Run one to see how the questions are ordered and where each path ends.
- Copy the source. Every tree is plain text, so you can lift it and edit the wording for your own organisation. Syntax reference →
- Embed it in your wiki, help centre, or intranet with one snippet that stays current whenever you edit the tree. Embedding guide →