How to Understand the Health of Your Organisation
The world has awakened to the fact that HR is no longer just a reactive, administrative function. Modern organisations recognise that HR can directly influence the bottom line, not as a cost centre, but as a strategic partner aligned with broader business objectives.
Collaborative data review to drive strategic HR decisions and enhance organisational well-being.
When HR strategies are integrated with organisational goals, they can support a healthier, more engaged workforce.
But how can HR make this impact?
The answer lies in HR analytics. By establishing meaningful metrics, you can gain a clear snapshot of your workforce’s overall health at any given time. These insights enable data-driven decisions that can improve retention, boost productivity, and enhance organisational culture.
What should you analyse?
Here are key metrics to consider:
- Employee turnover and retention rates
- Reasons for leaving
- Absence levels and reasons for absence
- Length of service
- Gender ratios and diversity statistics
- Gender pay gap
- Cost per hire
- Profit per employee
- Employee engagement scores
- Training and development metrics
Next steps
Once you’ve identified what to measure, consider who will be responsible for gathering and analysing this data. Determine how frequently these metrics will be reviewed and what actions will be taken based on the insights.
If your organisation already uses HR software, you likely have access to dashboards and analytics tools that consolidate this information. For smaller companies without integrated systems, spreadsheets remain a powerful tool. With the right data organised in spreadsheets, you can create informative tables and visualizations that rival those produced by dedicated HR software.
What to do with the insights
You might be surprised by what your data reveals. The next step is to take action, address issues, implement small changes, and monitor progress. Even minor adjustments can lead to significant improvements in engagement and organisational health.
Regular reporting to leadership, backed by concrete facts and figures, demonstrates the tangible value of strategic HR initiatives.
Remember the cycle –
Analyse – Act – Reassess – Measure
This continuous process ensures your organisation remains adaptable, proactive, and aligned with its goals.
Find out more, call Tick HR today. 07745 535 635