The Business Case for People Analytics
In today’s fast-paced, data-driven world, organizations that fail to harness people analytics risk falling behind. According to Gartner, organizations that successfully use people analytics see a 25% improvement in workforce productivity and a 19% increase in employee engagement. Yet, many companies still make critical HR decisions based on gut feel rather than data.
Imagine running a business without financial reporting—impossible, right? The same logic applies to workforce management. If your people are your greatest asset, why aren’t you using analytics to optimize them?
The Challenges: Why Organizations Struggle with People Analytics
Despite the clear benefits, many organizations hesitate to adopt people analytics due to:
- Siloed HR Data – Data is scattered across multiple systems, making it difficult to generate meaningful insights.
- Lack of Data Literacy – HR and business leaders often struggle to interpret analytics and apply insights effectively.
- Reactive, Not Proactive Decision-Making – Most organizations still rely on historical HR data rather than predictive analytics.
- Technology Gaps – Legacy HR systems lack the real-time analytics capabilities that modern businesses require.
These challenges lead to missed opportunities in talent management, workforce planning, and leadership development.
The Solution: The 4P Model for People Analytics Success
To truly unlock workforce potential, organizations must take a strategic approach to people analytics by focusing on:
- People – Build data literacy among HR and business leaders to drive informed decision-making.
- Process – Establish data governance and ensure seamless integration of analytics into HR workflows.
- Platform – Leverage advanced tools like Visier for predictive insights on attrition, performance, and workforce planning.
- Partnership – Collaborate with analytics experts to ensure proper implementation and maximize ROI.
By adopting the 4P Model, companies can transform workforce data into a competitive advantage, making HR a key driver of business success.
The Call to Action: It’s Time to Move from Guesswork to Insights
Organizations that embrace people analytics don’t just manage talent better—they drive stronger business outcomes. Companies like LEGO, Panasonic, and Cartier have leveraged Visier’s workforce intelligence to improve retention, engagement, and leadership development.
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About the author
Liza Manalo-Mapagu is the CEO of ASEAMETRICS, a leading HR technology firm driving digital transformation to help people and organizations thrive in the evolving workplace. As one of the pillars of the industry, she specializes in individual and organizational capability building, HR technology solutions, talent analytics, and talent management. A recognized thought leader in HR innovations and advocate for ethical AI in HR, Liza empowers businesses and HR leaders through innovative strategies that align people, organizations, and technology. She also serves as the Program Director of the Psychology Program at Asia Pacific College, shaping the future of HR through consulting, education, and leadership.
