Navigating Data Reporting Challenges

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This chapter discusses the complexities of data reporting, addressing the evolution from minimal data availability to the current underutilization of vast data sets. The speakers emphasize the distinction between reporting and analysis, highlighting the need for clarity in reports and the necessity of training stakeholders to understand key metrics. Through their insights, they explore the role of analysts in fostering collaboration, ensuring timely communication, and adapting reporting practices to meet evolving business needs.

Who would have thought that we'd get to 2020 and still be debating whether recurring reports should include "insights?" As it turns out, Tim did an ad hoc analysis back in 2015 where he predicted exactly that! Unfortunately, the evidence is buried in the outbox of his email account at a previous employer. So, instead, we've opted to just tackle the topic head-on: what is a report, anyway? What are the different types of reports? What should they include? What should they leave out? And where does "analysis" fall in all of this? We have so many opinions on the subject that we didn't even bring on a guest for this episode! So, pop in your earbuds, pull out your notebook, and start taking notes, as we'll expect a *report* on what you think of the show once you're done giving it a listen! For complete show notes, including links to items mentioned in this episode and a transcript of the show, visit the show page.