HR Research Institute Launches State of People Analytics Advisory Board to Guide HR Professionals

The HR Research Institute has taken a significant step forward in supporting HR professionals with the establishment of the State of People Analytics Advisory Board. This new board is set to play a pivotal role in assisting HR leaders in understanding and applying people-focused metrics and analytics to drive equitable and effective workplace decisions. With the HR landscape becoming increasingly complex due to technological advancements and skills shortages, the advisory board's guidance is timely and essential.

Comprising industry veterans and data experts, including Chris Coleman of Verizon and Helen Friedman of Merit Analytics Group LLC, the board brings together a diverse range of expertise and thought leadership. Their collective experience is expected to provide invaluable insights into the integration of data and analytics into HR strategies and operations. A key initiative of the board will be contributing to the design of a comprehensive research study and the organization of the 'HR.com's State of People Analytics 2025 Virtual Event', scheduled for November 12, 2025. This event aims to equip HR professionals with practical frameworks for leveraging analytics in their roles.

Debbie McGrath, CEO of HR.com, underscored the importance of analytics in the current business environment, stating the board's mission to empower HR professionals to use data beyond mere reporting, as a tool for leadership. The HR Research Institute remains committed to supporting the HR community through free resources, such as the recent 'HR.com's State of People Analytics 2024-25' report, available for download at https://hr.com/researchinstitute. This initiative highlights the growing recognition of people analytics as a critical component of strategic HR management and business success.