Explain what evidenced-based practice is and how it is applied within an organisation. (AC1.1) If you use secondary sources you should include your short references in the narrative here. Wordcount: Approximately 300 words. (CIPD)

• Provide a definition of evidence-based practice (it is important to state that it is not just HR/people data, but other forms of data, e.g., financial/organisational/external business data/competitor information).
• Explain how this applies to your role as a people professional.
• Give 2 examples of people practice decisions (e.g., a hiring decision, creating a policy, decision on reward/discipline/grievance).
• For each of your examples, explain how evidence can be used to support a principle-led decision.
• You should refer to the Oakwood support materials for the unit. This will guide you in structuring your answers to ensure you cover all the criteria in the right context for a full response to the task.