Talent Intelligence: How AI Predicts Who Will Succeed Before They’re Hired
1. Introduction: The Rise of Predictive Hiring Recruitment used to depend heavily on intuition, resumes, and interviews. But in today’s digital-first world, artificial intelligence (AI) is rewriting the rules. Through talent intelligence, HR professionals can now use data and predictive algorithms to determine — before hiring — who is most likely to succeed in a role. This technology doesn’t just fill jobs faster; it makes recruitment more strategic, inclusive, and effective. Companies like Google, Unilever, and IBM already rely on AI-driven insights to evaluate candidates’ growth potential, adaptability, and cultural fit. 2. What Is Talent Intelligence? Talent Intelligence (TI) is the use of AI, data science, and analytics to make smarter talent decisions. It combines information from resumes, social media, psychometric tests, and performance data to predict how well someone will perform — not just in their first month, but in the years ahead. AI models analyze: Past performance trend...