Humanyze
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | People analytics software |
| Predecessor | Sociometric Solutions |
| Founded | October 26, 2010 in Boston, Massachusetts, United States |
| Founder | Ben Waber, Daniel Olguin, Taemie Kim, Tuomas Jaanu, Alex Pentland |
| Headquarters | Boston , United States |
Key people | Ben Waber (CEO), Daniel Olguin (COO/CFO), Taemie Kim (Chief Scientist), Tuomas Jaanu (CTO) |
| Products | People analytics platform |
Humanyze, initially established as Sociometric Solutions in 2010 in Boston, Massachusetts, operates as a company specializing in people analytics software.[1][2] The enterprise was founded by MIT doctoral candidates Ben Waber (CEO), Daniel Olguin (COO/CFO), Taemie Kim (Chief Scientist), Tuomas Jaanu (CTO), alongside MIT Professor Alex Pentland. Drawing from research conducted at the MIT Media Lab, Humanyze provides a people analytics solution that utilizes Organizational Network Analysis on corporate communication datasets to uncover operational insights.
Company History
The founding team connected through the MIT Media Lab within Professor Pentland’s Human Dynamics research group. Sociometric Solutions Inc. was officially formed on October 26, 2010, beginning as a consulting and research organization. In 2015, the company adopted the name "Humanyze" and refocused its efforts on software development, releasing its premier people analytics platform by the end of 2016.[3]
While at MIT, the group created a sociometric badge—a sophisticated identification device equipped with sensors designed to measure the frequency and length of face-to-face interactions.[4][5] This badge was engineered with privacy considerations in mind, deliberately excluding any recording of conversations, monitoring of web activities, or GPS tracking.[6] After discontinuing the commercial use of the badge, Humanyze evolved its platform to incorporate data from digital collaboration tools and corporate access card systems.[7]
In October 2021, Humanyze was granted patents for technology that converts communication metadata and sensor inputs into quantifiable organizational communication metrics.[8]
Products
Humanyze offers a people analytics platform that analyzes corporate communication data to identify workplace interaction trends, facilitating evidence-based decision-making related to organizational well-being, workplace strategies, and process improvements. This cloud-based dashboard connects with various data sources such as Microsoft Office Exchange, Google Suite, Skype, Microsoft Teams, human resources systems, and building access records, providing comprehensive integration capabilities for enterprise users.
Research
Humanyze’s founders, originating from research conducted at the MIT Media Lab, created a technique that emphasizes analyzing communication frequency and length instead of the actual content to gain deeper insights into workplace interactions. Their published findings demonstrate that elements such as larger cafeteria tables and scheduled group breaks play a crucial role in enhancing teamwork, boosting employee satisfaction, and increasing overall productivity. These research outcomes serve as the foundation for Humanyze’s business strategy and product innovation, strengthening its position within the people analytics sector.
External links
- ↑ Lohr, Steve (2017-10-06). "Don't Get Too Comfortable at That Desk". The New York Times.
- ↑ Mims, Christopher (2017-10-08). "Why Office Buildings Should Run Like Spaceships". Wall Street Journal.
- ↑ https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20170613005224/en/Humanyze-Launches-People-Analytics-Platform-Humanyze-Elements.
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