Benefits

MyEMS covers every step of the employee relations case management process—from the moment an issue arises to the final resolution. Built on more than 25 years of HR and industrial relations expertise at EMA, it provides a structured, best-practice workflow that helps you intervene early, maintain a fair process, and prevent the evolution of a destructive workplace culture. Here are some of the key benefits you can expect from using MyEMS.

A strong workplace culture keeps top talent engaged and committed. MyEMS helps organisations address issues like workplace behaviour, breaches of organisational values, and interpersonal tensions before they escalate. By resolving concerns early and maintaining a fair, transparent process, MyEMS reassures employees that their voices are heard and valued—strengthening loyalty and reducing turnover.

Instead of waiting for annual surveys or exit interviews, MyEMS gives you a real-time pulse on what’s happening within teams. Early warning signs—such as performance dips, interpersonal conflicts, or repeated complaints—can be spotted and addressed before they derail productivity.

  • Prevents disengagement by catching issues before they escalate.
  • Improves HR oversight, allowing data-driven interventions.
  • Identifies cultural risk factors, reducing the chance of widespread employee dissatisfaction.

Investigations and workplace behaviour issues can be intimidating for managers—especially when they involve serious allegations or multiple parties. MyEMS provides a step-by-step framework to guide leaders through every stage, helping them make informed and compliant decisions. HR leaders retain full control, defining upfront access levels and authority so managers only handle what they’re empowered to—with issues escalating automatically to the appropriate stakeholders. EMA Consulting’s Telephone Advisory Service offers additional expert guidance when needed.

  • Eliminates guesswork, helping leaders make confident, defensible decisions.
  • Reduces HR workload by enabling managers to handle cases effectively.
  • Cuts HRBP workload by up to 40%, freeing HR to focus on strategic priorities.

When employees see that their concerns are handled promptly, fairly, and consistently, it reinforces a sense of security and trust. With MyEMS, every case—whether minor or severe—is thoroughly documented and resolved with due process.

Supports a psychologically safe workplace, which:

  • Encourages open communication and early reporting.
  • Reduces fear of retaliation, making employees feel safer speaking up.
  • Boosts engagement by up to 35%, building a healthier workplace culture.

MyEMS records every action, document, and decision, ensuring a clear audit trail. Role-based permissions protect sensitive data, access and authority levels, while EMA Consulting’s Telephone Advisory Service provides guidance on complex behavioural and performance issues such as discrimination, harassment, or conflicts of interest.

  • Strengthens accountability by ensuring every decision is documented.
  • Protects against legal risks, reducing exposure to costly claims.
  • Improves organisational credibility with a clear, compliant process.

Every case follows a consistent structured path based on issue severity —whether it’s a minor timekeeping issue or a large-scale workplace investigation. MyEMS delivers consistent, thorough case management aligned with Respect at Work and psychosocial hazard management guidelines.

  • Reduces bias by standardising processes across departments.
  • Reinforces fairness in process, improving employee perception of HR practices.
  • Encourages compliance, reducing the risk of non-compliant investigations.

Psychosocial hazards—such as bullying, harassment, or breaches of workplace policies—can escalate quickly if ignored. MyEMS provides structured risk assessments and intervention tools to help leaders intervene early before problems worsen.

  • Reduces serious investigations by up to 50%.
  • Lowers legal risks, preventing costly settlements and claims.
  • Creates a healthier, more productive work environment.
  • Supports psychologically safe workplaces.

Often different managers and/or HRBPs handle cases differently—but MyEMS standardises workflows for employee relations issues to help align case management with best-practice standards.

  • Eliminates discrepancies, promoting uniform case handling.
  • Reduces employee scepticism, reinforcing trust in HR and managers.
  • Simplifies process management, making it easier to meet legal and best practice standards.

MyEMS tracks all cases and key metrics in real time —such as case closure times, common issues, and risk patterns—to inform decision-making and prevent recurring problems.

  • Gives HR real-time insights, allowing proactive improvements.
  • Prevents repeated compliance breaches, reducing organisational risk.
  • Increases efficiency, allowing leadership to prioritise cultural development.

HRBP teams spend 70% of their time managing investigations. MyEMS reduces this burden with efficiency gains of up to 40%, which can be redirected to strategic objectives such as leadership mentoring and development.

  • Reduces HR workload, freeing up resources for strategic projects.
  • Cuts down investigation costs, saving thousands annually.
  • Creates opportunities for proactive culture-building initiatives.