one of my staff survived PIP.

2 years later she is still here.

there could be stigma...yes

but I know of one manager that kena PIP...survived

then the boss that PIP left for another role in co, new boss tookover

he has new change to turn new leaf.

but then again, one is free to leave maybe can find something better

yeah it sounds stupid.

but some companies have this bell curve requirement, so bosses are compelled to do PIP to ensure those low rating buck up.