Research Agenda for HR Analytics

Elgar Research Agendas outline the future of research in a given area. Leading scholars are given the space to explore their subject in provocative ways, and map out the potential directions of travel. They are relevant but also visionary.

This Research Agenda explores the crucial role of HR analytics in modern organizations, examining diverse methodologies, data sources and ethical considerations. It demonstrates how HR analytics can be used to navigate the complex challenges of digital transformation to implement data-driven practices in human resource management.

Adopting an interdisciplinary approach, expert contributing authors outline the extensive benefits of HR analytics for strategic decision-making, employee well-being and job security. They provide actionable frameworks and models to guide the implementation of analytics in organizational settings, focusing in particular on ethical concerns such as data protection and eliminating discrimination. The Research Agenda covers important topics including algorithm management, maturity models, knowledge creation, and how to develop trust. Ultimately, it charts the course for future research and practice, highlighting both key strengths and areas for progress in the field.

A Research Agenda for HR Analytics is essential reading for students and scholars of business, human resource management, and organizational psychology. It is also an invaluable resource for HR professionals and analysts seeking to enhance their organization’s operational efficiency.