Linking People, Strategy, and Performance
For years, HR has fought an uphill battle to prove its worth in the boardroom, armed mostly with good intentions and spreadsheets no one reads. The HR Scorecard is the book that finally gives Human Resources the data-driven, bottom-line-resonating clout it deserves.
Penned by three HR heavyweights, this book does more than explain why HR matters. It proves it. Drawing on research from nearly 3,000 companies, the authors lay out a clear, seven-step process that aligns HR strategy directly with business outcomes. It gives HR professionals a way to communicate in terms that CEOs and CFOs understand, making the value of people strategy impossible to ignore.
At the heart of the book is the HR Scorecard framework, which connects HR practices to company performance in measurable, meaningful ways. Rather than just tracking how many employees were trained or onboarded, the system asks deeper questions. How did those initiatives improve productivity? Did they boost revenue? Did they move the strategic needle? The focus shifts from activity to impact.
This isn’t just theory. The book is packed with practical guidance, showing readers how to analyze, align, and refine every element of their HR systems to support business goals. From recruitment to retention, every aspect is designed to maximize the value of human capital.
If you’ve ever struggled to justify the impact of HR, this book hands you the tools, language, and evidence to make your case clearly and confidently. It is essential reading for HR leaders who want to move from support role to strategic partner.