The power of 360 degree feedback comes from the perception of the appraisers. The feedback process will involve the distribution of the questionnaire to a group of people.

The questionnaire is typically sent to themselves (self), their manager, peers and the people that they manage including any direct reports.

Sometimes other people are involved, stakeholders and internal or external customers.

During the process, confidentiality is ensured by not revealing the names of the participants and scores are grouped by the type of appraiser.