LEVERAGING HR ANALYTICS FOR STRATEGIC DECISION MAKING: OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES
Authors: Chinenye Gbemisola Okatta  , Funmilayo Aribidesi Ajayi  , Olufunke Olawale  
Published: April 2024

In the evolving landscape of human resources (HR), organizations are increasingly leveraging HR analytics to drive strategic decision-making. This review explores the opportunities and challenges associated with the integration of HR analytics in organizational practices. HR analytics involves the systematic analysis of HR data to inform decision-making, enhance organizational performance, and optimize workforce management strategies. By harnessing the power of data, organizations can gain valuable insights into employee behavior, performance trends, and organizational dynamics, enabling them to make more informed and strategic decisions. One of the key opportunities of leveraging HR analytics is the ability to identify and address workforce trends and issues proactively. By analyzing data on employee engagement, turnover rates, and performance metrics, organizations can identify patterns and trends that may impact their workforce and business outcomes. This proactive approach allows organizations to anticipate and mitigate potential challenges, leading to improved organizational performance and employee satisfaction. Furthermore, HR analytics can help organizations optimize their recruitment and talent management strategies. By analyzing data on candidate profiles, recruitment sources, and employee performance, organizations can identify the most effective recruitment channels and selection criteria. This data-driven approach enables organizations to attract and retain top talent, leading to a more skilled and engaged workforce. However, leveraging HR analytics also presents several challenges. One of the primary challenges is the availability and quality of HR data. Organizations must ensure that they have access to reliable and relevant data to derive meaningful insights. Additionally, organizations must overcome challenges related to data privacy and security to protect sensitive employee information. In conclusion, the integration of HR analytics presents significant opportunities for organizations to drive strategic decision-making and enhance organizational performance. By leveraging HR analytics, organizations can gain valuable insights into their workforce and business operations, enabling them to make informed decisions that drive business success. However, organizations must also address challenges related to data availability, quality, and privacy to realize the full potential of HR analytics in driving strategic decision-making. This paper will examine the use of HR analytics as a strategic tool in the management of human resources. It will cover the methodologies and technologies involved in data collection, analysis, and interpretation, and how these can be used to enhance decision making in HR. The study will also address the challenges and limitations of HR analytics, including data privacy issues and the risk of misinterpretation, and propose solutions to mitigate these risks.
Keywords:  Leveraging, HR Analytics, Strategic Decision making, Opportunities, Challenges.