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    GlossaryPerformance Support
    Glossary · Concept

    What is Performance Support?

    Definition

    Performance Support is in-the-flow help that assists employees in completing tasks and achieving performance goals. It includes job aids, quick references, tutorials, and intelligent assistance built into work tools. Performance Support reduces training burden and improves task execution quality.

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    In short

    Performance Support at a glance.

    Provides help during task performance
    Reduces training and memory burden
    Improves accuracy and consistency
    Embedded in work tools and systems

    Support Where Work Happens

    Performance Support recognizes that employees don't remember everything from training. Rather than expecting perfect recall, Performance Support provides help where work happens. A developer writing SQL sees instant tips and examples. A customer service rep has canned responses and escalation guides. Performance Support dramatically improves productivity and quality.

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    Performance Support — frequently asked

    Training builds foundational knowledge. Performance Support provides help during actual task performance, reducing reliance on memory.

    Quick references, checklists, decision trees, examples, and intelligent assistants work well. Keep resources concise and task-specific.

    Track task completion time, error rates, quality metrics, and employee satisfaction. Performance Support should improve all these.

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