• Employers should implement company policies to employees strategically to garner workforce support.

First create, then implement policies and procedures. In addition, making changes may require retraining employees — especially those whose duties were affected — within a reasonable time.

The best way for an organization to implement policies will depend on what the new policy is doing and what problem it is designed to address.

In some cases, sharing a policy via email alone can be effective. Or it may be better to introduce the policy through in-person information sessions or formal training events.

A company may find it helpful to foreshadow a coming policy to provide advanced notice to employees of changes. Try to anticipate potential questions to be prepared to address them.

Finally, explain the reasons behind the change. This can help earn respect and buy-in from the workforce.