Guide
5 Core HR Metrics to Build a Strong People Data Foundation
Key metrics to track today to shape the decisions for tomorrow


This guide breaks down the five core HR metrics for a powerful workforce intelligence foundation to help prove HR's business impact, and help your organization make confident decisions about your most important asset: your people.
From headcount and turnover to learning, compensation, and productivity, each metric includes definitions, insights, and real-world examples from companies using workforce analytics to power better decisions.
Learn everything you need to know about HR metrics
- From headcount and turnover to engagement and productivity, learn which metrics matter most and why
- Discover how to use genAI to unlock deeper insights and intelligence from your core metrics (with sample questions to get you started)
- See how companies like Panasonic, eBay, and Auto Club Group use foundational metrics to optimize their workforce and demonstrate measurable impact