MIVA to introduce an on-line 360 degree feedback system with Bowland Solutions in support of employee learning & development.

October  2007

Bowland Solutions are to create a tailored web-based 360 degree feedback system for MIVA, a leading provider of performance marketing services with offices across North America and Europe.

The initial phase of the project will be to design a competency framework which will enable individuals at any level within the organisation to be assessed against behaviours deemed important to the sustained success of the business.

Different question sets according to an individuals role will be derived from this framework and will be accessed through an on-line 360 degree feedback tool, specifically designed around the MIVA brand.

Once individuals have completed a self-evaluation, and had feedback provided by peers, direct reports and their line manager, they will share the results of their feedback with a trained coach within the HR team at MIVA.

Bowland Solutions will run a one-day programme for both UK and US coaches in how to conduct effective 360 degree feedback debriefs.

John Rice, Sales & Marketing Director of Bowland Solutions, comments “We are very pleased to be working with MIVA on this project – it shows a real commitment to the learning & development of all employees across the organisation.”

MIVA (NASDAQ:MIVA) is a leading online advertising network, dedicated to helping businesses grow. MIVA connects millions of buyers with sellers at exactly the right place and time. MIVA delivers qualified leads to advertisers, helps maximize revenue for partners, facilitates commerce for online merchants and provides relevant information to customers. The Company operates in North America and Europe.

Bowland Solutions has been providing tailored on-line Performance Reviews, 360 Degree Feedback, Surveys and HR consultancy since 2001. Its directors have extensive experience within Learning & Development, IT and Performance Management, offering clients practical advice and robust system solutions.