New formats for 2024:



Troubleshooting workshop

Hear a short presentation from our speaker, and then interact in group discussions to knowledge share and discuss the task set.


Solution room

A small roundtable based discussion with shared discussions to solve individual challenges with group based insights.


Hackathon 

The room will be split into separate breakouts, then each group will have a different scenario, with the speakers overseeing discussion.



Networking area

A dedicated area for you to form new connections with peers from across the profession.

Conference Agenda


09:20 - 09:30

Chair's opening remarks

09:30 - 10:00

Opening keynote - unlocking the power of people analytics

In order to be able to leverage your people data, a robust...

In order to be able to leverage your people data, a robust people analytics function must be in place. To achieve this, it is important to first define the goals you would like to reach and how you are going to do so. Discover how to:

  • Decipher what metrics matter the most to your organisation and provide actionable insights 
  • Understand the data sources available to you to provide clarity and identify data gaps
  • Build and develop a people analytics tool kit that will allow you to succeed.


10:00 - 10:45

Troubleshooting Workshop: Aligning people analytics with your organisation’s business strategy

Data isn’t just a retrospective resource, but a forward-looking compass that can...

Data isn’t just a retrospective resource, but a forward-looking compass that can help drive business capability. Our interactive workshop will enable you to:

  • Demonstrate HR’s value to your organisation 
  • Develop a data-driven mindset to enhance business capability 
  • Discover relevant and actionable data to support data-driven decision making.


10:45 - 11:15

Networking break

Breakout Workshops

11:15 - 12:00

Skills Focus: How to become more insights focused and build your people analytics capability

Being insights focused is a core behaviour of a CIPD-qualified people professional....

Being insights focused is a core behaviour of a CIPD-qualified people professional. This workshop will explore how to:

  • Explain organisational issues using compelling evidence
  • Grow your analytical capability to drive evidence-based insights
  • Build capability to develop new ideas and fast track your organisation to success.


11:15 - 12:00

Workshop: Quality is key - building accurate and reliable data sets

Good data is one of the foundations for building strong people analytics...

Good data is one of the foundations for building strong people analytics capability. This hands-on workshop will explore:

  • How data quality impacts HR decision-making
  • Developing data models that support and standardise your data
  • Discover how to identify and address common data issues
  • Promoting a culture that places data quality at the centre.


12:05 - 12:50

Hackathon: Reimaging data visualisation using digital dashboards

Want to develop a dynamic dashboard that works for your organisation? Develop...

Want to develop a dynamic dashboard that works for your organisation? Develop actionable solutions and join one of two scenarios to unlock how you can design, develop, or improve your dashboard.

12:50 - 13:50

Lunch

13:50 - 14:35

Solution Room: How can people analytics aid strategic workforce planning?

The world of work is constantly evolving. Is your workforce prepared? Discover...

The world of work is constantly evolving. Is your workforce prepared? Discover how people analytics can be your secret weapon for strategic workforce planning. Join this solution room session to explore how you can:

  • Leverage your people data to forecast future talent needs and identify potential skills gaps
  • Analyse current workforce data to identify and develop a strategy to combat skills deficiencies
  • Harness your data to develop a workforce strategy and future-proof your workforce.


14:35 - 15:05

From insights to action without surveys: unlocking the power of AI to understand your people

This session will demonstrate how AI can be harnessed to gain deep...

This session will demonstrate how AI can be harnessed to gain deep insights into employee sentiment and behaviour without relying solely on traditional surveys. Discover how to:

  • Utilise AI-powered tools to better understand your workforce
  • Leverage both internal and external data to derive actionable insights that address employee concerns
  • Avoid common pitfalls in data interpretation when using passive data tools
  • Track and monitor the employee experience to assess intervention effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.



15:05 - 15:25

Networking break

15:25 - 15:55

Case study: A new era of people analytics - utilising AI to analyse recruitment and retention

Utilise AI to gain real-time insights to measure and report on employee...

  • Utilise AI to gain real-time insights to measure and report on employee turnover.
  • Leverage AI to source and screen top talent and utilising internal recruitment to fill skills gaps.
  • Harness AI-powered insights to build a data-driven retention strategy that keeps your workforce engaged.
  • Discover how to ensure responsible AI implementation, avoiding bias and promoting fair hiring practices.


15:55 - 16:40

Fireside chat: Human vs machine - can AI enhance capability within organisations?

As new technologies emerge, organisations must consider how they can grow with...

As new technologies emerge, organisations must consider how they can grow with them. This debate will explore: 

  • Where does AI fall short when it comes to human-centred approaches? 
  • What are the ethical implications of using AI across organisations? 
  • How can safety and standards be ensured when integrating AI? 
  • How can AI help drive innovation and drive productivity?



16:40 - 16:45

Chair’s closing remarks

Insights from our speakers


"Data isn’t just a retrospective resource; it's a forward-looking compass that can drive business capability. Join us to demonstrate HR’s value, develop a data-driven mindset, and discover actionable insights for informed decision-making. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your strategic impact!"

- Sophie Theen , Chief People Officer, Paydock