People analytics, also referred to as 'HR analytics,' 'workforce analytics' is the analysis and interpretation of employee data that informs strategic decisions on workforce planning, talent acquisition, development, management and retention. Leveraging access to data and utilizing advanced analytical methods, people analytics gives organizations a deeper understanding of their employees and identifies areas for improvement in overall employee engagement, experience and productivity. People analytics covers all HR processes across the employee life cycle — from analytics relating to recruiting, talent management, diversity, employee experience and insights related to retention and attrition. Typical users of People Analytics include HR leaders, business executives, people managers, and data analysts. People analytics tools integrate data from multiple HR and business systems into a single source, offering real-time dashboards covering topics such as turnover and engagement, while also providing support for more in-depth analytical analysis utilizing advanced statistical methods and AI modeling.