What Data Sources Feed Into Performance Reviews?
Learn what data the AI uses to generate performance appraisals
Zal.ai uses multiple data sources to generate comprehensive, objective performance reviews. This article explains what data is collected, how it's used, and how you can ensure your reviews are based on complete information.
This article is relevant to: All roles
Feature: Reviews
What's Included vs. Excluded
✓ Included: Submitted reviews (self, peer, upward) if the "Include in Manager Draft" setting was selected during cycle creation, Zal platform information (brag sheet entries, feedback)
Coming soon 🥁: We’re working on expanding Performance Review draft inputs to include Goals and Shared Meeting Notes, giving managers more complete context when reviewing performance.
✗ NOT Included: Draft/incomplete assessments, data from outside the review period
Tips for Complete Data
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Employees: Add brag sheet entries regularly, complete self assessments on time, link accomplishments to goals.
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Managers: Take shared meeting notes, add feedback items, upload external evidence using Add Entry.