Manage an active PIP to track progress, log notes, and adjust timelines. All changes are recorded in the PIP's audit log with timestamps and actor identity.
Track progress
- Go to Growth Studio > Plans.
- Click Performance Improvement Plans.
- Select the PIP from the list.
- Review action item status and milestone progress.
Log activity and notes
- Open the active PIP.
- Scroll to the Notes section.
- Enter notes and click Save.
Pause to make edits
When an HR admin edits an active PIP, the plan enters Paused state automatically.
- The employee has view-only access while the plan is paused.
- The employee must re-acknowledge the plan after edits are finalized.
Extend a PIP
- Open the PIP.
- Click the three-dot menu at the bottom.
- Select Extend.
Integrations with other features
- PIP action items appear in the employee's Check-in.
- Active PIPs are linked in 1-on-1 agendas.
- The audit log records all actions with timestamps and actor identity.
Confirmation: Updated notes, status changes, and extensions appear in the PIP's Audit log.
If Something Goes Wrong
| Issue | Check | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cannot edit the active PIP | Confirm you have HR admin permissions | Only HR admins can edit an active PIP; contact your admin |
| Employee was not prompted to re-acknowledge | Confirm the PIP was unpaused after edits | Finalize edits so the plan exits Paused state |
| Extend option is missing | Confirm the PIP is in an active state | A completed or closed PIP cannot be extended |
| Notes are not saving | Confirm you clicked Save after entering notes | Click Save and refresh the page to verify |
Not Covered Here
This article does not cover creating a new PIP. See Create a Performance Improvement Plan.