--- title: Performance review software | Mariner7 description: "Used in conjunction with the Performance Conversations model, the rated review provides an objective process that confirms and rates performance in a \"no-surprises\" environment." --- [![Mariner7Logo.png](https://www.mariner7.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Mariner7Logo.png?width=2094&name=Mariner7Logo.png "Mariner7Logo.png")](https://www.mariner7.com) - [Home](https://www.mariner7.com) - [Products & Services](https://www.mariner7.com/products) - [Setting Objectives](https://www.mariner7.com/setting-objectives) - [Performance Conversations](https://www.mariner7.com/performance-conversation) - [Snapshot](https://www.mariner7.com/snapshot) - [Feedback](https://www.mariner7.com/feedback1) - [Rated Reviews](https://www.mariner7.com/rated-review) - [Smart Start Onboarding](https://www.mariner7.com/smart_start_onboarding) - [Career Development](https://www.mariner7.com/career-development) - [Driving Usage](https://www.mariner7.com/driving-usage) - [Working With You](https://www.mariner7.com/services) - [Case Studies](https://www.mariner7.com/customers-success-stories) - [About Us](https://www.mariner7.com/about-us) - [Blog](https://www.mariner7.com/blog) - [Contact Us](https://www.mariner7.com/contact) - [LOG IN](https://new.mariner7.com/registration/logon.asp) ![shutterstock_352302998](https://www.mariner7.com/hs-fs/hubfs/shutterstock_352302998.png?width=1244&name=shutterstock_352302998.png "shutterstock_352302998") ## Rated Reviews ##### Used in conjunction with catch ups, the rated review provides an objective process that confirms and rates performance in a "no-surprises" environment. ### Using Catch ups and rated reviews together Mariner7's unrated Catch ups provide opportunities for regular discussion, coaching and mentoring at a frequency that suits each manager-employee pair.  They build an open, informal, positive relationship focused around  performance against goals and personal development.  Reviews  complement Catch ups by providing a more structured, detailed summary of performance and progress.  They provide a consistent approach to reviewing performance across the organisation that prevents the process being seen as a black box. Rated reviews and Catch ups are both optional.  The frequency and date, rating scale, layout, additional fields and options of rated reviews can all be completely customised to your requirements.     [![Request a personal demo](https://hubspot-no-cache-ap1-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/2074362/d38be96b-7655-4e07-aa4d-075b9966b688.png)](https://hubspot-cta-redirect-ap1-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/redirect/2074362/d38be96b-7655-4e07-aa4d-075b9966b688) ![Background](https://www.mariner7.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Background.jpg?width=2000&height=1600&name=Background.jpg "Background") ## The benefits of using a combination of catch ups and rated reviews - Without the objective measure of performance that a rating provides, employees  are not confident that decisions around performance, pay and promotions are objective and fair.   - The secret is using catch ups and rated reviews in tandem. - Regular, unrated catch ups throughout the year build a transparent, positive, coaching relationship between manager and employee.  - An annual rated review then provides an objective summary of these discussions in a "no surprises" environment. - Whilst any combination of catch ups and rated reviews is possible, Mariner7 have found that the optimal mix is catch ups for 11 months of the year and an annual rated review in the 12th month ## Leading the way in performance management thinking ![Shield Icon](https://www.mariner7.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Shield%20Icon.png?width=56&height=64&name=Shield%20Icon.png) ###### Flexible Easily configured to the way you want it to work and to the look, feel and layout you require ![Shield Icon](https://www.mariner7.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Shield%20Icon.png?width=56&height=64&name=Shield%20Icon.png) ###### Intuitive Quick and easy to pick up and use.People 'get' it quickly ![Shield Icon](https://www.mariner7.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Shield%20Icon.png?width=56&height=64&name=Shield%20Icon.png) ###### Engaging People love using it because they quickly see the benefits it provides to them ![Shield Icon](https://www.mariner7.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Shield%20Icon.png?width=56&height=64&name=Shield%20Icon.png) ###### Psychology to encourage to use Providing information through the system about what is working for others encourages widespread usage [![Request a personal demo](https://hubspot-no-cache-ap1-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/2074362/d38be96b-7655-4e07-aa4d-075b9966b688.png)](https://hubspot-cta-redirect-ap1-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/redirect/2074362/d38be96b-7655-4e07-aa4d-075b9966b688) Postal Address **Mariner7 Limited** 41 Brougham Street Nelson 7014 New Zealand Email : [enquiries@mariner7.com](mailto:enquiries@mariner7.com) Talk to an expert **Brian Shaw** Mobile: +6421 406 408 Skype :  brianshaw1  [brian.shaw@mariner7.com](mailto:brian.shaw@mariner7.com) Subscribe to our newsletter - [Terms of Use and Privacy Policy](https://www.mariner7.com/website-terms-of-use) [![Share on facebook](https://7528309.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7528309/hubfs/raw_assets/public/mV0_d-web-default-modules_hubspot/img/facebook-color.png?width=24&name=facebook-color.png)](https://www.facebook.com/Mariner7-105386817872457) [![Share on linkedin](https://7528302.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7528302/hubfs/raw_assets/public/mV0_d-web-default-modules_hubspot/img/linkedin-color.png?width=24&name=linkedin-color.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/mariner7/) [![Share on twitter](https://7528304.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7528304/hubfs/raw_assets/public/mV0_d-web-default-modules_hubspot/img/twitter-color.png?width=24&name=twitter-color.png)](https://twitter.com/Mariner7NZ) All rights reserved. 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