Data and Metrics Blog Posts

This category focuses on the use of data and metrics to drive performance, manage initiatives, and support strategy execution. Topics include data visualization, KPI dashboards, business intelligence, project management tools, and reporting. Learn how to effectively manage and utilize data to enhance organizational performance, ensure successful project completion, and achieve strategic goals.

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How to Use KPIs to Drive Business Growth in 2025

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are no longer just tools for tracking performance—they’ve become…

December 5, 2024 Read Article

What Are SMART KPIs And Why Are They Important?

When it comes to measuring business performance and progress, not all metrics are created equal. To…

March 18, 2024 Read Article

Mitigating Spreadsheet Errors: A Guide to Reliable Data Management

In the fast-paced and data-driven world of modern business, accurate and efficient data management…

January 31, 2024 Read Article

Project Management Methodologies: Key to Strategic Project Success

Choosing the right project management methodology is a crucial decision that can significantly…

November 13, 2023 Read Article

KPIs vs. Metrics vs. Measures: The Similarities and Differences

For businesses today, having access to performance data is crucial but not enough on its own…

September 11, 2023 Read Article

Unlocking Performance Insights with Data Governance

According to research from Statista, the yearly volume of data collected by businesses increased…

August 8, 2023 Read Article

The Benefits of Agile Methodologies for Project Management

We all know what project management is, right? It’s the planning, organization, and execution of a…

June 20, 2023 Read Article

The Science of Strategic Decision-Making: A Data-Driven Approach

When making business decisions, following your instincts is invaluable. Be careful, however. Relying…

June 6, 2023 Read Article

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Driving Business Innovation with Embedded Analytics

No matter the industry, effectively using data is integral to business success. Organizations often…

April 18, 2023 Read Article

From Data Chaos to Data Clarity: The Benefits of Being Data Literate

The world of business data is changing at an unprecedented pace. Machine learning and generative AI…

April 11, 2023 Read Article

Why Ad Hoc Analysis Matters for Your Business

In today’s fast-paced business world, companies need to make informed decisions quickly to stay…

April 3, 2023 Read Article

Actionable Insights: The Key to Better Business Decisions

Are you making the most of your data? Many businesses are collecting data but aren’t sure of the…

March 22, 2023 Read Article

Leading vs Lagging Indicators: What They Are & Why They Matter

Leading and lagging indicators are two types of key performance indicators that managers of…

March 2, 2023 Read Article

Forecast Possibilities and Drive Strategic Decisions

Today, many businesses are leveraging data analytics to improve their product offerings and become…

January 22, 2023 Read Article

What is a KPI? Complete Guide to Key Performance Indicators

Are you struggling to achieve your business goals? Do you feel like you're working hard but not…

January 9, 2023 Read Article

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Big Data in Businesses

Companies in every sector of the economy have always collected data to help them improve. But since…

January 4, 2023 Read Article

Cautionary Tales: When Tracking KPIs Goes Wrong

It’s incredibly important to track your organization’s health, and key performance indicators (KPIs…

December 21, 2022 Read Article

8 Ways to Use Analytics for Enterprise Growth

Business analytics uses quantitative tools to identify patterns and trends, understand current…

October 31, 2022 Read Article

How to Use Data to Enable a Strong Business Strategy

Since the advent of computers, organizations across nearly every industry have contemplated methods…

September 27, 2022 Read Article

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Executive Reporting 101: Best Practices and What's Expected

To do business in the 21st century, managers and directors must make decisions quickly. More…

May 17, 2022 Read Article

Invigorate Your Strategy Management Meetings

Are you ready to give your strategy review meetings a much-needed boost? It's time to shake things…

June 22, 2021 Read Article

How to Choose the Right KPIs for Your Business

Key performance indicators (KPIs) are crucial for any business, big or small. They provide a way to…

May 25, 2021 Read Article

The Importance of Initiatives In Successful Strategy Execution

As the saying goes, “failing to plan is planning to fail.” And when it comes to executing a…

May 18, 2021 Read Article

How to Measure Public Safety Performance

Measuring public safety performance is a crucial aspect of ensuring the well-being and security of a…

May 11, 2021 Read Article

Set Your Nonprofit Up for Success: Track Your KPIs

Running a nonprofit organization can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be challenging. One of…

April 13, 2021 Read Article

A New Necessity: Data-Driven Transparency in Policing

Across the United States, equity and accountability in policing has become a prime focus of local…

February 2, 2021 Read Article

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You have thoroughly planned for a project or initiative. It looks perfect on paper. But once you…

December 8, 2020 Read Article

Spider Strategies vs. Business Intelligence

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