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Unlocking the Potential of the Quantified Organisation

With the influx of work and workforce data, organisations are at a juncture where data-driven insights can significantly shape organisational strategy and success. The concept of the Quantified Organisation shifts the focus from productivity to human performance, driving outcomes for individuals, teams, the organisation and society.

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The Path to a Quantified Organisation

In the digital age, organisations are gaining access to an unprecedented trove of new data. This data offers opportunities to not only track work and the workforce but to strategically enhance human performance and overall workforce experience. The essence of a quantified organisation lies in its strategy—measuring what truly matters and harnessing new data sources with AI for a holistic approach. These initiatives not only foster greater workforce trust but also steer organisations towards improved financial, reputational and operational outcomes. By focusing on creating shared value at multiple levels—from individuals to society at large—organisations are poised to revolutionise the very nature of work and productivity.

The journey to the quantified organisation

It’s time to measure what you should, rather than simply what you can. Become a quantified organisation. 

The time for the quantified organisation is now

In recent years, the adoption of diverse tools and technologies to capture work data has surged, especially following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. While debates around "productivity paranoia" and "productivity theatre" have intensified, a deeper consensus is emerging. Both executives and workers are recognising the value in these efforts, pointing to a transformative shift: the dawn of the quantified organisation. This approach focuses on utilising work and workers' data for strategic purposes beyond measuring productivity, to effectively redefine organisational performance.

Getting started: Becoming a quantified organisation

Use cases from across business functions and domains highlight tangible examples of how organisations can start their journey to becoming a quantified organisation. This journey presents a unique opportunity to create value for stakeholders across the organisation, improve workforce trust and drive new levels of financial, reputational and operational performance for the organisation. Throughout the journey, maintaining data protection and privacy remain table stakes.

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Arthur H. Mazor

Global Human Capital Leader
+1 404 631 3917

Nicole Scoble-Williams

Future of Work Leader
+81 80 9882 9438

Robin Jones

Human Capital Chief Marketing and Research Officer
+1 212 313 1706

Jonathan Pearce

US Human Capital as a Service Leader
+1 212 436 3268

Michael Griffiths

US Workforce Transformation Leader
+1 914 255 5478

Simona Spelman

US Human Capital Leader
+1 917 257 5049

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