29 July 2025

Hitachi Consulting realizes significant value with HCM cloud transformation

How fragmented HR systems became a barrier to business growth

Before undergoing its HCM cloud transformation, Hitachi Consulting relied on legacy HR systems that functioned as disconnected data sources. This fragmentation severely limited the speed and accuracy of human capital reporting. Real-time visibility was unattainable, and business intelligence (BI) efforts were hampered by the need to manually gather and verify data across systems.

Human Resources (HR) leaders were burdened with time-consuming data compilation and inconsistent metrics, increasing the risk of human error and reducing confidence in strategic decisions. This lack of integration created inefficiencies that cost both time and money, while undermining the organization’s ability to align talent with business priorities.

Hitachi Consulting unified HR tech with HCM cloud transformation, driving efficiency and $1M+ savings.

The impact of slow reporting and outdated systems

With siloed systems and no centralized view of employee performance, Hitachi Consulting struggled to make data-driven decisions about workforce planning, recruitment, and retention. As a result, the organization spent excessive resources on reactive strategies instead of proactive HR initiatives.

Delayed access to critical HR insights negatively affected organizational agility. Workforce planning, succession mapping, and engagement strategies were based on outdated or incomplete data, leading to missed opportunities in both talent development and cost efficiency.

Cloud-based unification changed the game

Hitachi Consulting’s HCM cloud transformation began with the adoption of Oracle Fusion HCM—a move that consolidated HR data from multiple platforms into a single cloud-native environment. The transition unlocked predictive insights, improved data accuracy, and enabled faster, more strategic decision-making.

The integration of cloud-based HR systems meant HR professionals no longer needed to chase reports or manually sync data across tools. Business intelligence became embedded in workflows, transforming how leadership measured, evaluated, and supported talent. This change not only improved productivity but allowed the company to invest more in workforce development and innovation.

With unified cloud infrastructure, the organization also implemented data warehouse integration, which enabled advanced analytics and facilitated seamless collaboration across departments—turning HR into a strategic partner, not just a support function.

Improving talent outcomes through intelligent insights

Perhaps the most tangible result of Hitachi Consulting’s HCM cloud transformation was its impact on talent acquisition and retention. With access to real-time data on employee performance, referral effectiveness, and engagement levels, HR teams could act on trends with precision.

The ability to identify high-potential talent early, evaluate the success of incentive programs, and adjust managerial strategies accordingly led to measurable gains. Within the first year, Hitachi saved over $1 million, driven by smarter hiring practices, lower attrition, and reduced overhead tied to manual HR tasks.

With the help of performance management analytics, the company also saw a dramatic increase in referral-based hires—proof that satisfied employees were more likely to advocate for the company as a great place to work.

Why business intelligence is the future of HR

In today’s competitive labor market, organizations must evolve from reactive HR management to proactive talent strategies. Hitachi Consulting’s success illustrates the business case for HCM cloud transformation as a strategic, not just technical, initiative.

By centralizing HR systems in the cloud and embedding analytics into every layer of workforce operations, companies gain a scalable foundation for employee growth, leadership development, and organizational resilience. The move to Oracle Fusion HCM, combined with robust BI report migration, gives enterprises the tools to adapt in real time.

This future-focused approach aligns with industry best practices like human capital management modernization, where agility, transparency, and data trust are no longer optional—they are critical.

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