--- title: "HR Analytics & Reporting for Better Decisions – Octily" source: https://octily.com/customization/analytics-reporting/ description: "Build HR dashboards, track performance, and connect your HR systems. Use real-time metrics and reporting to see what’s driving results and where to step in." --- ![3D graph showing HR analytics trends and performance data](https://octily.com/assets/hr-analytics-3d-graph-AcM0ZFk4.png) # HR Analytics & Reporting to understand and act on your data Get a clear view of your platform and know exactly where to step in. Build HR dashboards and reporting tools, track key metrics, and turn reporting into clear, actionable insights that support better decisions across HR, learning, and your teams. [Get in Touch](https://octily.com/get-in-touch/?topic=analytics-reporting) Add to Wishlist ![Robert – CEO](https://ebnnmeydktscnefergjm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/insights-images/robert-bucher.jpeg)Listen to the summary0:00 / 1:10 Listen to a summary? ![Robert Bucher – CEO](https://ebnnmeydktscnefergjm.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/insights-images/robert-bucher.jpeg) 0:00 / 1:10 “Data tells a story. I help you build the dashboards and visual reports that turn raw numbers into insights your HR team can act on.” Predict and act on what's happening ## Understand the story of your data Most platforms already have the data you need. The real value comes from connecting it, making it easy to understand, and turning it into insights your teams can use to make better decisions. ### Connect all your data Bring it into one clear view across systems, teams, and metrics ### Focus on key metrics Track what drives performance, learning, and engagement ### Spot trends early Identify patterns and changes before they become bigger challenges ### Role-specific insights Give HR and managers the data they need for their day-to-day decisions ### Move from reports to decisions Use your data to guide what happens next ![Octi character pointing at analytics overview with key insights and metrics](https://octily.com/assets/octi-sue-pointing-2-xfhjGYQ3.webp) Numbers don’t speak for themselves ## Make your data tell a story that drives decisions Most teams already have the data. The challenge is making it meaningful. Dashboards and reports don’t drive decisions on their own. They only work when people understand what they’re looking at and what it means for them. Good data storytelling turns information into action. If people don’t understand the story, they won’t act on it. The video loads from YouTube in privacy-enhanced mode once you press play. [Privacy policy](https://octily.com/privacy-policy/) The Art of Data Storytelling for HR and L&D [Download one-pager](https://octily.com/downloads/Octily_Data-Storytelling.pdf) [Read full interview](https://octily.com/insights/the-art-of-data-storytelling-for-hr-and-ld/) Make data your strongest argument ## Put your data to work across your teams Data becomes valuable when people can actually use it. Give your teams access to the right dashboards and reporting tools, in the right format, so they can understand what’s changing and respond at the right moment. Get the full picture ## Dashboards that keep you on track Bring your data into one place so it answers real questions, not just shows numbers. See what’s driving results and where to intervene. ![McDonald’s MyPeople dashboard showing employee data and performance metrics](https://octily.com/assets/mcdonalds-resource-center-dashboard-BowBgFR6.webp) ### Real-time dashboards Stay up to date with live data across your platform ### Custom views Focus on the metrics that matter to your team ### Drill-down insights Explore data in more detail when you need to Bring clarity to complex data ## Move beyond static reports with interactive insights Data shouldn’t sit in static reports. It should help you explore what’s happening, spot changes, and explain results clearly to others. ![DHL development path dashboard showing structured career and performance insights](https://octily.com/assets/dhl-learning-development-path-8rd7UHuB.webp) ### Clear visualizations See patterns, trends, and changes at a glance ### Structured views Organize data so it’s easy to read and explain ### Interactive exploration Filter, adjust, and explore your data from different angles Data that drives behavior ## Make progress visible and motivating Data doesn’t have to feel like reporting. When progress is visible, it becomes something people follow, react to, and improve on. That’s when data starts to drive real engagement. ![IFRC Stay Safe leaderboard showing team rankings and engagement progress](https://octily.com/assets/ifrc-stay-safe-leaderboard-DL8ZJCY2.webp) ### Engagement dashboards Make performance and progress visible across teams ### Leaderboards and progress tracking Create friendly competition and motivate improvement ### Real-time team insights Give managers a live view of how their teams are doing See it in action ## Use your data across every part of your HR strategy From performance to learning and engagement, use your analytics dashboards to see how things are performing, improve outcomes, and move faster as a team. ![HR analytics dashboard showing performance, engagement, and learning metrics](https://octily.com/assets/hr-analytics-dashboard-overview-ouhNuwbu.webp) ### Performance and team progress See how individuals and teams are performing and where support is needed ### Learning and skills development Track progress, identify skill gaps, and support continuous learning ### Employee engagement Understand how teams are doing and where engagement needs attention ### Compliance and training Stay on top of completion rates and regulatory requirements ### Recruitment and hiring insights Track hiring performance and improve your recruitment approach ### Workforce trends and planning Spot patterns early and plan ahead with confidence ![octo.taxi illustration showing connected HR systems and data integration across platforms](https://octily.com/assets/octotaxi-data-integration-BoVIIAaE.png) Your Cornerstone data, beyond standard reports ## octo.taxi octo.taxi syncs your Cornerstone data in near-realtime and puts it where you need it: dashboards you edit yourself, charts from plain-language questions, alerts on any KPI and APIs for Power BI, Excel and your own apps. We start with Cornerstone, deeply connected. Need another source? We build the connector on request, as a paid add-on. [octo.taxi](https://octily.com/products/octotaxi/) Get Started ## How it works Getting your analytics set up shouldn't be complicated. Our process is simple, collaborative, and shaped around your setup. From first conversation to final launch, everything is designed to fit how your organization works. 1. 1 ### Discovery and Proposal Let's kick it off with a conversation and a deep dive into your goals. We'll then prepare a tailored proposal and initial design concepts. 2. 2 ### Design and Create We'll design and build your project, integrating the custom elements into your platform to ensure a smooth and cohesive experience. 3. 3 ### Review and Launch Once you've reviewed and approved the final implementation, your project will go live, with ongoing support to ensure success. Questions that usually come up ## Frequently asked questions What data sources can you connect? Can we combine data from multiple systems? Can we create dashboards for different audiences? Can we track progress over time? Can this help us spot trends early? Can we use this for leadership reporting? Can we export or share reports? Does this only work with Cornerstone? Do we need technical knowledge to manage this? How long does it take to set this up? Do you offer ongoing support? Ready to turn HR data into better decisions? ## Make your data work harder Explore tailor-made analytics and reporting that help you focus on what counts and move forward with confidence. [Get in Touch](https://octily.com/get-in-touch/?topic=analytics-reporting) Add to Wishlist ![Octi character illustration inviting users to explore analytics and reporting](https://octily.com/assets/octi-customization-cta-DnBCSX5N.webp) > “AAK and Octily together have created a 'WOW' experience with the bespoke Cornerstone pages. When you look at the page, you feel this is AAK. Employees really recognize themselves when they log in.” Placeholder Name Placeholder job title Placeholder company > “Working with Octily, we transformed the pages from Cornerstone into our very distinct DPDHL-brand look and feel. The result has been a vast difference in employee acceptance.” ![Meredith Wellard](https://ebnnmeydktscnefergjm.supabase.co/storage/v1/render/image/public/insights-images/testimonials/meredith-wellard.jpg?width=160&quality=70&resize=contain) Meredith Wellard VP Group Learning Talent and Platforms DHL Group ![Welcome Page Template](https://octily.com/assets/welcome-page-template-Ct5jNOpX.webp) PRODUCTS ### Welcome Page Template With a variety of components at your fingertips, create a welcome page that stands out. Design a personalized experience within Cornerstone that fits your branding, style, and tone of voice. Explore More ![Octily Content Editor (OCE)](https://octily.com/assets/octily-content-editor-DWKOFO7u.webp) PRODUCTS ### Octily Content Editor (OCE) Build custom pages, manage content, and add features across onboarding, learning, and daily use. Designed for Cornerstone Galaxy, CSX, Saba Cloud, EdCast and similar HR platforms. Explore More ![Compliance](https://octily.com/assets/compliance-bg-DeTBrq-o.webp) CUSTOMIZATION ### Compliance Navigating compliance can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. We turn complex regulatory requirements into simple, streamlined processes. Whether you’re using CSX, Saba Cloud, or EdCast, our tailored pages and workflows ensure your compliance journey is smooth and efficient. Explore More ![Eight arms. One brain. Why we built octo.taxi](https://ebnnmeydktscnefergjm.supabase.co/storage/v1/render/image/public/insights-images/why-we-built-octo-taxi-cover.jpg?width=1280&quality=70&resize=contain) Octopinions ### Eight arms. One brain. Why we built octo.taxi An octopus keeps about two thirds of its neurons in its arms. After ten years of building on Cornerstone, that turned out to be the best description we have of HR data – and of why we built octo.taxi. Explore More