Cognitive Talent Solutions

03/13/2026

Yesterday we had the pleasure of facilitating an executive briefing in Palo Alto for a selected group of Spanish CEOs visiting Silicon Valley.

During the session, we explored how Organizational Network Analysis and Agentic AI are reshaping how organizations understand collaboration, influence, and decision flows beyond the formal org chart. By making collaboration networks visible, leadership teams can identify key connectors, hidden bottlenecks, and opportunities to strengthen coordination across teams and business units.

We also discussed how agentic AI systems can help organizations move from static insights to continuous intelligence that supports faster decision making and more adaptive operating models.

Thank you to all attendees for the thoughtful questions and active participation. It was a great conversation and a pleasure to exchange perspectives with leaders thinking deeply about the future of their organizations.

08/07/2025

🚨 WEBINAR ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨
We're excited to invite you to our upcoming session:
🎙️ ONA & AI – Case Study Review
📅 Wednesday, August 27, 2025
🕙 10:00 AM PT
📍 Online
➡️ Register here: https://lnkd.in/d_gi8spX

Join us for a 60-minute webinar exploring how Organizational Network Analysis (ONA) and Agentic AI can unlock the power of collaboration and drive measurable business outcomes.

🔍 What’s on the agenda:
- A real-world case study review
- Key challenges, lessons learned, and business impact
- Practical applications of ONA and Agentic AI

Insights from our executive team on successful implementation and change management

Speakers include:
🗣️ Francisco Marin – Founder & CEO at Cognitive Talent Solutions
🗣️ Dan George – Chief Experience Officer at Cognitive Talent Solutions
🗣️ Ronan Conlon – HR Digital & AI Director at Medtronic

💡 Whether you're leading digital transformation or driving people analytics strategy, this session will equip you with actionable insights to take your work to the next level.

🎟️ Secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/d_gi8spX

07/02/2025

What if everything you thought about how your organization works… was wrong?

We’re trained to think in hierarchies—boxes and lines, roles and ranks.
But that’s not how influence flows.
That’s not how innovation spreads.
That’s not how change actually happens.

Behind every org chart is a hidden network — the real engine of collaboration, trust, and progress.

This is what Organizational Network Analysis (ONA) reveals.
Not hierarchy. Human connection.

The future of work isn’t top-down. It’s network-first.

Watch the shift.
Feel the difference.
Rethink everything.

06/12/2025

Following the launch of our patent-pending Modular AI Agent Framework, we're spotlighting how each agent turns insight into action—starting with one of the most immediately impactful: the Mentorship Matcher.

In fast-moving organizations, the time it takes for a new hire to become productive can define success—or delay it. But what if we could accelerate that journey through the power of networks?

Our Mentorship Matcher AI Agent identifies the most influential and well-connected individuals across collaboration patterns, and pairs them with new hires who stand to benefit most. It's not just about matching job titles—it's about unlocking human connection.



https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/accelerating-onboarding-mentorship-matcher-uspbf

05/27/2025

We recently facilitated a fireside chat at HP headquarters in Palo Alto, featuring Angelo Del Priore, Partner at HP Tech Ventures, and Francisco Marin, Founder & CEO at Cognitive Talent Solutions.

The session brought together a delegation of startup founders and innovation leaders for a candid discussion about what it takes to successfully establish and scale a company in the Silicon Valley ecosystem.

The audience included a delegation of Spanish startups visiting the Bay Area as part of a program organized by ASTUREX. Sociedad de Promoción Exterior Principado de Asturias, S.A. and The California - Spain Chamber of Commerce. The fireside chat offered a rare opportunity to hear directly from investors and founders operating within the Silicon Valley landscape.

We extend our gratitude to Angelo Del Priore for his openness and generosity, and to our partners at Asturex and the California Spain Chamber of Commerce for their dedication to supporting international founders.



https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/cognitive-talent-solutions-facilitates-fireside-8slgf

05/13/2025

We're thrilled to announce the launch of the first generation of AI Agents for People Analytics — a groundbreaking step toward turning insights into action.

These eight patent-pending AI agents are now available as a premium feature on our self-service platform, the Cognitive Network Analyzer™, and are designed to automate and scale critical talent interventions across the employee lifecycle. Here's a glimpse:

🔹 Retention Advisor – Flags teams at high risk of turnover and proactively mitigates it
🔹 Knowledge Facilitator – Connects hidden subject matter experts to those who need them most
🔹 Change Enabler – Identifies informal leaders and empowers them to drive transformation
🔹 Organizational Bridger – Breaks silos by connecting the right people at the right time
🔹 Mentorship Connector – Facilitates real-time mentorship and onboarding support
🔹 Leadership Gap Analyst – Detects struggling managers and activates support initiatives
🔹 High Potential Identifier – Finds future leaders based on influence and performance
🔹 Succession Strategist – Aligns succession pipelines with real-time talent signals

These AI agents don’t just recommend — they act, measure impact, and close the loop. A huge thank you to our team and partners for helping bring this vision to life. This milestone brings us one step closer to the Network-First Future of Work, built on collaborative freedom — where individuals work on what inspires them, with people who energize them, and on their own terms.



Full article here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/cts-launches-first-modular-ai-agent-framework-kaudf

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/x27gJ4N5Bl8

04/28/2025

Consulting firms are increasingly joining our ONA for Consultants™ program — and we’re excited to see how network insights are reshaping client engagements.

With our white-label Organizational Network Analysis (ONA) solution, you can seamlessly integrate powerful network insights under your own brand, enhancing your services without building a platform from scratch.

✔️ Operate under your own branding
✔️ Enhance decision-making with network insights
✔️ Drive transformation and deliver greater value to your clients

The program starts at $999/month with a 12-month minimum commitment — a strategic investment to position yourself as a leader in advanced analytics and future-proof your consulting business.

Ready to expand your service offerings with cutting-edge network analytics?

👉 Contact us at [email protected] to learn more.
Let’s shape the future of consulting — together, and on your terms.

Elevate your consulting services with Cognitive Talent Solutions’ exclusive ONA for Consultants Program. Designed specifically for consulting firms, our program empowers you to integrate Organizational Network Analysis into your value proposition—enhancing your service offerings and delivering a...

04/23/2025

We’re proud to announce that Cognitive Talent Solutions has been named the Best Innovative or Emerging Tech Solution in Talent Analytics at the 2025 HR Tech Awards, presented by Lighthouse Research & Advisory!

Traditional HR systems often fail to capture the real dynamics of how work gets done. Cognitive Talent Solutions is changing that by putting networks—not org charts—at the center of organizational understanding.

As Ben Eubanks, Chief Research Officer at Lighthouse Research & Advisory, shared:

“Our judges were pleasantly surprised by the organizational network analysis features Cognitive Talent Solutions has to offer. By combining both active and passive ONA—plus embedded generative AI and predictive analytics—it enables leaders to identify influencers, improve onboarding, and support inclusion efforts with data-backed clarity. A differentiated solution for organizations ready to move beyond org charts and embrace network-first decision-making.”

This recognition validates not only our technology, but also our core belief that organizations are living networks—constantly evolving, shaped by relationships, not just roles.



https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/cognitive-talent-solutions-wins-2025-hr-tech-gbb4f/

04/22/2025

🚀 Curious about how Organizational Network Analysis (ONA) is reshaping the way companies understand collaboration, influence, and decision-making?

We released a free eBook that breaks it all down — from the fundamentals to advanced use cases like identifying hidden leaders, improving onboarding, and enhancing cross-functional collaboration.

📘 Download the eBook here: https://www.cognitivetalentsolutions.com/ebook/

Whether you're in HR, strategy, or leading a transformation initiative, this guide offers practical insights on how ONA can unlock the full potential of your workforce.

Let’s build a more connected, agile, and insight-driven future of work — together.

The workplace is evolving at an unprecedented pace. With remote work, global collaboration, and digital transformation becoming the norm, organizations need new strategies to thrive in this changing landscape. That's where Organizational Network Analysis (ONA) comes in, and we're excited to share ou...

04/18/2025

🚀 We’re proud to announce that Cognitive Talent Solutions has won the 2025 HR Tech Awards for Best Innovative or Emerging Tech Solution in Talent Analytics, presented by Lighthouse Research & Advisory!

This recognition reinforces our commitment to building a network-first future of work, where Organizational Network Analysis (ONA) enables companies to drive transformation by understanding how people truly connect, collaborate, and create value.

A heartfelt thank you to our global team of ambassadors, consultants, product developers, IT specialists, sales & marketing professionals, and client success leaders — this award is a direct result of your passion, hard work, and relentless pursuit of innovation.

We’re honored to be leading the way in reshaping how organizations unlock their social capital at scale.

04/16/2025

As companies push to boost win rates and accelerate pipeline velocity, AI-powered Organizational Network Analysis (ONA) is emerging as a key driver of sales effectiveness.

By integrating active (survey-based) and passive (metadata-based) ONA, sales leaders gain deep visibility into the informal networks and relationship dynamics that fuel performance.

Beyond quota tracking, today’s leaders need insight into the social architecture of their teams. With real-time, AI-delivered ONA insights, managers can take action at scale—building resilient, high-performing sales organizations.

In an increasingly relationship-driven, team-based sales environment, a network-first approach will define the top performers.



https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/unlocking-sales-effectiveness-ai-powered-active-8ikgf