Relevance of HR analytics

We can understand the evolution of HR analytics as an innovation in the area of human resource management. Many researchers have discussed the impact of HR analytics in all HR functions including talent acquisition, learning and development, performance, compensation, etc. Being the latest fad in the area, it is discussed everywhere but we need to understand the preparedness of the HR practitioners. Some of the practitioners look at HR analytics as a statistician's job and some look upon it as an IT professional's job and so look forward to support from these areas. Some understand analytics as metrics, which is a different concept. The transition from traditional methods to HR analytics would require some compelling reasons for its adoption in organisations. The paper analyses the understanding and relevance of HR analytics to HR professionals. The utility of HR analytics in learning and development and performance appraisal functions is intriguing and interesting.