HR.com has announced the winners of its 2026 People Analytics Awards, honoring solution providers and HR teams that excel in using workforce data to drive strategic decisions and improve business outcomes. The awards highlight the growing importance of people analytics in transforming HR from a support function to a strategic force.
SplashBI was named Best People Analytics Platform for its comprehensive solution that helps HR teams convert workforce data into actionable insights across the entire employee lifecycle. By integrating HR, finance, and operational data, the platform supports smarter decisions in hiring, retention, workforce planning, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Its AI-driven analytics reduce reporting time and improve organizational agility, enabling companies to lower turnover, accelerate hiring, and optimize workforce costs. Naveen Miglani, CEO & Co-founder of SplashBI, expressed gratitude for the recognition, stating, "Awards are always special, but this one means a little more because it was strengthened by the voices of our customers. Their trust, feedback, and partnership have helped shape who we are as a company, and we hope to continue this in the future."
EPAM Systems, led by team leader Aliaksei Nekrakha, received the Most Data-Powered HR Team award. The EPAM People Analytics function uses predictive models, AI-driven tools, and trusted global data products to embed data into hiring, development, rewards, workforce planning, and retention decisions. This approach enables faster, fairer, and more effective decisions that improve retention, efficiency, and performance at scale. Nekrakha, Vice President of Compensation and Enterprise Analytics at EPAM Systems, remarked, "Winning this award is a testament to our team's commitment to turning data into meaningful people decisions. It validates that HR can and should be a strategic force - one that pairs human expertise with the power of data."
Debbie McGrath, CEO of HR.com, commented on the significance of the awards: "Each year, we see HR transformed by data and analytics. These award winners are making outstanding achievements in HR analytics to deliver strategic impact, and are improving decision-making, employee experience, and business outcomes." The awards reflect a broader industry trend where organizations increasingly rely on people analytics to gain competitive advantage. By leveraging data, companies can make more informed decisions about their most valuable asset—their workforce.
For HR professionals and business leaders, these award winners serve as benchmarks for best practices in people analytics. The recognition of SplashBI and EPAM Systems underscores the critical role that technology and dedicated teams play in unlocking the potential of HR data. As the field continues to evolve, such achievements inspire further innovation and adoption of data-driven HR strategies. More information about all winners can be found at HR.com Awards.
