KankanaMukhopadhyay (2023) Human resources analytics for business managers. Newcastle, UK: Cambridge Scholars Publishing. ISBN: 1‐5275‐2435‐3; 182 pages.

This book explores how human resources (HR) data can be used to provide a competitive advantage in business. It is aimed at HR professionals who want to understand more deeply the potential of HR data, and its role in decision making, to create added value. The book begins by discussing the basic concepts of HR analytics. This provides a strong foundation for a deep understanding of the subject. Chapter 1 introduces the concept of the HR value chain and how HR can create unique value for the organisation. Chapter 2 outlines why HR analytics is important. The explanation in the form of questions and answers is helpful in understanding concepts, and provides a strong foundation for further understanding of HR analytics. Chapter 3 explores the concept of the employee lifecycle and how HR analytics can be applied at each stage. This provides both a novel and practical insight into the use of HR analytics in workforce management. This is further built on in Chapter 4, which introduces the HR Analytics Maturity Model, which has the potential to provide an organisation with insight into implementing HR analytics and linking HR to organisational growth. The following chapter on HR metrics provides insightful understanding of measuring and monitoring HR objectives, with several useful examples. Chapter 6 introduces the importance of data visualisation in HR, which is a practical resource that helps readers understand how to create informative dashboards. The final chapter explores the use of machine learning tools in HR issues. It presents a topic that is important in this digital age and provides useful examples to illustrate its use. The use of illustrations and relevant case examples strengthens reader understanding and the author explains the concepts underlying HR analytics in a clear and concise manner using relevant examples. This helps readers to relate theory to practical application, which is a key step in effective learning. In a business context that is increasingly focused on data and analytics, this book is timely. In an era where data is increasingly becoming a valuable currency, this book provides the tools necessary for professionals to understand, apply, and optimise HR analytics. The use of relevant case studies and graphical visualisations, such as diagrams and charts, allows the reader to understand and apply these complex concepts in everyday HR contexts. Different from purely theoretical literature, this book provides guidelines for applying HR analytics in everyday business situations, making it an invaluable resource for professionals looking for practical guidance in making data-driven decisions in HR management. This book provides a useful guide for organisations looking to enhance the use of HR data. The models assess data integration, predictive analytics, and data-driven decision-making, providing direction for improved use of HR data, ensuring smart and strategic decisions. This is one of the key strengths of the book. Human Resources Analytics for Business Managers will continue to develop as a significant aspect business practices, data-based decision making, and the development of more effective HR policies. This book not only provides insights, but also opens the door to further research in this increasingly important domain. Overall, Human Resources Analytics for Business Managers is an invaluable resource for HR professionals, business managers, and students interested in understanding how HR analytics can help improve organisational performance. This article is sponsored by the Lembaga Pengelola Dana Pendidikan (LPDP), the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Indonesia. Dr.Hardiyono, S.E., M.M is a lecturer in the Department of Management at Amkop School of Economics Makassar. Adrianus Aprilius, S.E., M.M is a doctoral student in Management Science at the Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Airlangga. Fransiskus Wuniyu, S.Sos., M.Si is a doctoral student in Social Sciences at Universitas Airlangga. Hardiyono, with his experience as an educator, collaborates with Adrianus and Fransiskus, who with their passion for learning, seek academic excellence in management and social sciences. All three authors are dedicated in seeking in-depth knowledge in their respective fields, making valuable contributions to the academic world.