Workforce analytics software

Workforce analytics is the application of big data analytics to the broadest questions of workforce management, such as where to find needed skills, how to provide competitive compensation and the best ways to train and motivate employees. Here you'll find information about trends and best practices in predictive analytics and other types of workforce analytics software.

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June 25, 2018 25 Jun'18
Recruiting on LinkedIn adds analytics and pointed questions

LinkedIn is releasing an analytics platform at the end of the third quarter. The platform will allow users to quickly compare themselves to other firms.
October 12, 2017 12 Oct'17
HR Technology Conference 2017 goes big on AI

AI applications are sweeping the HR tech world. At the HR Technology Conference 2017, big HCM suite vendors and small startups showcased AI-backed software. Many say it's hype.
October 10, 2017 10 Oct'17
DaaS benchmarking services extend Workday HR analytics

New DaaS benchmarking services, unveiled at Workday Rising, are meant to enable deeper analysis of cloud data. Customers must opt in to share data for analytics.
August 29, 2017 29 Aug'17
SAP unveils SuccessFactors integration with financials

SAP has begun to harmonize HCM data from workforce analytics with operational and strategic financial planning by connecting its SuccessFactors and RealSpend platforms.

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IDC lays out road to redemption for human resource analytics

A majority of organizations in an initial survey are only in the early stages of HR analytics mastery. IDC analyst Kyle Lagunas names some major roadblocks and says what HR must do. Continue Reading
HR metrics and analytics make workforces more valuable

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Continuous performance management a rich source of talent analytics

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Tech can spot workplace diversity issues, but actions count

The #MeToo movement spurred HR to tackle harassment and boost diversity. Conference speakers said software that calls attention to problems and aids conversations only goes so far. Continue Reading
Workforce data analytics is a struggle, says Ithaca College

Improving workforce data analytics capabilities is a goal for Ithaca College's HR department. But Ithaca College's problem with analytics is similar to many other organizations. Upgrading analytics capability is a long process. Continue Reading