Big Data Analytics and Its Impact on Human Resources Management

Abstract

Both artistic and scientific analytic aspects play a vital role in human resources (HR). With the rising number of transactions, customers, and employees, human resources are forced to emphasize on the adoption of novel technologies to aid faster in the decision-making processes. Big data is expected to significantly gain a ubiquitous presence in human resources. Employing data analytics in HR owes the potential to bring the sector in line with the rest of the operational activities in an organization. This chapter focuses on the role and benefits of big data analytics in human resources. It contemplates the key analytical solutions being offered by the market players and the real-use cases of organizations incorporating analytics in human resources to cater to their business goals. Further, the chapter also discusses the factors challenging the implementation of analytics in transforming business processes.