Global talent optimization leader marks seven decades of innovation with record-breaking assessment completions and strategic product launches

The Predictive Index Celebrates 70 Years of Transforming Workplace Performance Through Behavioral Science

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The Predictive Index (PI), the data-driven HR platform used to hire top performers, develop effective managers, and retain your people, marks its 70th anniversary, celebrating seven decades of innovation in helping organizations align business strategy with talent strategy.

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Founded in 1955 by Arnold Daniels, who developed the Behavioral Assessment based on his experience with psychometrics in the U.S. Air Force, PI has evolved from a paper-based testing system to a comprehensive talent optimization platform serving 10,000+ clients globally.

Since its acquisition by CEO Mike Zani and Chairman Daniel Muzquiz in 2014, PI has transformed significantly, shifting from traditional assessments to a robust software platform. The acquisition of The Professional Learning Indicator™ (now the PI Cognitive Assessment) expanded its scientific capabilities, and in 2018, PI introduced its talent optimization framework, setting a new standard for data-driven people management. More recently, the 2023 acquisition of Charma led to the launch of PI Perform, equipping managers with powerful team management tools.

"For nearly three-quarters of a century, PI has been at the forefront of transforming how organizations understand and optimize their talent," said Zani. "What began as Arnold Daniels' vision to bring military-grade behavioral science to the business world has grown into a global movement. Today, we celebrate our past while pioneering the future of work with innovative solutions that help organizations build stronger teams and achieve remarkable results."

Recent milestones underscore PI's continued momentum and industry leadership:

• In 2024, over 5.7 million individuals completed their Behavioral Assessment, demonstrating the growing adoption of talent optimization practices worldwide.
• The company recently released its comprehensive HR Field Guide to the Future ebook, providing strategic insights into navigating talent challenges and solutions through 2030.
• PI's 2024 State of Talent Optimization Report revealed crucial insights into HR's evolving role, addressing key challenges like workforce management, AI integration and leadership development.
• PI's remote-first workplace culture earned notable recognition in 2024, including the Timmy Awards for Best Tech Work Culture and Best Remote Work Culture, as well as Built In Boston's Best Midsize Places to Work.
• The company received multiple industry accolades, including two Brandon Hall Group Excellence in Technology Gold Awards for advances in talent management and candidate assessments technology and Stevie Awards for its technology team and social media leadership.

After 70 years, PI continues to innovate and expand its impact on workplace performance and employee engagement. The company's tools and methodologies have proven invaluable during recent global challenges, helping organizations navigate remote work transitions, economic uncertainty, and evolving workplace dynamics.

To learn more about how The Predictive Index can help your organization optimize talent strategy, visit www.predictiveindex.com.

About The Predictive Index
The Predictive Index (PI) is the data-driven HR platform to hire top performers, develop effective managers, and retain your people. More than 60 years of proven science, software, and a curriculum of insightful management workshops make PI the solution for any company looking to design great teams and culture, make objective hiring decisions, foster engagement, and inspire greatness in their people anywhere in the world. More than 10,000 clients and 480+ partners use PI—including Nissan, Citizens Bank, Subway, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Omni Hotels—across 90+ countries. Learn more at www.predictiveindex.com.

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