Predictive Analytics

What is Predictive Analytics?

Predictive analytics uses statistical models, machine learning, and historical data to forecast future outcomes and trends. In human resources, predictive analytics is applied to anticipate employee turnover, forecast hiring needs, identify flight risks among high performers, predict training effectiveness, and model the impact of compensation changes. By shifting from reactive to proactive decision-making, HR teams can intervene before problems materialise. Effective predictive analytics requires quality data, appropriate modelling techniques, and careful interpretation of results within the organisational context.