Saratoga Institute Founded

Jac Fitz-enz founded the Saratoga Institute, dedicated to developing and publishing HR metrics and benchmarks, transforming HR from an administrative function to a measurable science.

Significance

This marked a seminal moment, providing the first systematic framework for HR measurement, inspiring organizations to quantify their human capital impact.

Key facts

Date
1978-01-01
Type
milestone
Location
Saratoga, California, USA