HR analytics is the use of people data and analytics tools to understand work and the workforce. HR professionals use HR analytics to measure and report on key aspects of HR activity, including performance management, engagement, and remuneration. Data is now a significant part of the role of many HR functions. This research looks more closely at this area.
Synthesis report
The synthesis report 'Human capital analytics and reporting: exploring theory and evidence' discusses these areas in detail and provides reflections and recommendations based on insights from across the studies.
Technical studies
The evidence which informed our synthesis of academic insights is summarised in two technical studies that provide a deep and critical interpretation of published evidence, and offer insights important to theory and practice.
'Human capital theory: assessing the evidence for the value and importance of people to organisational success' explores human capital theory, by looking at definitions of human capital, and its relationship to other HR theories.
'Human capital metrics and analytics: assessing the evidence for the value and impact of people data' considers the HR analytics space which includes the measurement and reporting of work and the workforce.
CIPD Trust
Tackling barriers to work today whilst creating inclusive workplaces of tomorrow.
Bullying
and harassment
Discover our practice guidance and recommendations to tackle bullying and harassment in the workplace.
Explore the CIPD’s point of view on people analytics, including recommendations for employers
Understand what people analytics is, different types of HR data, and the importance of people analytics strategy and process
Learn about defining, measuring and reporting human capital, and how HR can use human capital information to drive performance
Learn the basics and improve your confidence and capability when using data
Insight from the CIPD’s survey into factors driving pay decisions in UK workplaces and recommendations for practice
Find out about the importance of neuroinclusive workplaces, what employers are doing and the working experiences of neurodivergent and neurotypical employees
A report seeking common ground in skills policy across the UK’s four nations
Insight into how global issues are impacting people professionals in the UK, Ireland, Asia-Pacific, MENA and Canada