Key Element Review Clause Samples

The Key Element Review clause establishes a process for evaluating and confirming the most important components of an agreement or project before proceeding further. Typically, this involves identifying critical deliverables, milestones, or terms that must be reviewed and approved by the relevant parties, often at an early stage or before finalizing the contract. By requiring a focused review of these essential elements, the clause helps ensure that all parties have a clear, mutual understanding of the project's core requirements, thereby reducing the risk of misunderstandings or disputes later on.
Key Element Review. If the employee formally receives an overall performance rating of meets standard on either an annual or special performance evaluation, but receives a below meets standard in an individual key element rating, the employee may request a review of that individual key element by the Department Director or designee. The employee must submit a written request to the Director or designee specifying the reasons for such request, within thirty (30) calendar days from the date the employee received the final performance appraisal. The Director or designee shall look into the request and provide a written response to the employee within thirty (30) calendar days of receipt. The written response of the Director or designee shall be final and binding. 18.2.1 All employees represented by the Union shall be evaluated using the standard performance evaluation form as designated by Human Resources and the Office of Employee Relations. Any changes to the performance evaluation form shall be provided in advance to the Union pursuant to Article 20 of this agreement.
Key Element Review. If the employee formally receives an overall performance rating of meets standard, but receives a below meets standard in an individual key element rating, the employee may request a review of that individual key element by the Department Director, or designee. The employee must submit a written request to the Director, or designee, specifying the reasons for such request, within 30 calendar days from the date the employee received the final performance appraisal. The Director, or designee, shall investigate the request, arrange a meeting with the employee and provide a written response to the employee within 30 calendar days of receipt. The written response of the Director, or designee, shall be final.