4 Types of Workforce Analytics Cheat Sheet

  • Clarifies the differences between descriptive, diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive workforce analytics
  • Supports more informed HR decision-making by linking analytics types to practical use cases
  • Strengthens data literacy among HR professionals and stakeholders
  • Enables a more holistic view of workforce performance, drivers, and future needs
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Downloads 226 downloads Type Cheat Sheet Publication date January 12, 2026 Topics People AnalyticsTalent Management

This cheat sheet provides a clear, side-by-side overview of the four core types of workforce analytics and how they are applied in HR practice. It is designed for HR professionals who want to better understand analytics maturity and use data more effectively in workforce decision-making.

Included in this resource:

  • Visual overview of the four types of workforce analytics
  • Definitions and explanations for each analytics type
  • Example workforce metrics associated with each analytics type
  • Practical HR use cases illustrating how each analytics type is applied
  • Diagram showing how the four analytics types connect to form a complete analytics approach
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