The Journey to Great Report Design
2022TL; DR
You've been asked to create a report for the business, but you don't know who the report is for, why they need it and the best way to present the data that supports meaningful decision making. In this session we focus on the why and the how of great report design.
Session Details
You've been asked to create a report for the business, but you don't know who the report is for, why they need it and the best way to present the data that supports meaningful decision making.
In this full-day session, we will guide you through the process of understanding the "why" of the report before beginning with the "how".
You will leave the day with a solid understanding of approaching any new reporting request, ensuring that the customers' needs are at the forefront of your design, generating maximum value for your clients in the shortest amount of time and avoiding costly rework.
Once you understand the "Why" of your report, we will then focus on the "how", working on structure, design, and layout for a successful implementation.
3 things you'll get out of this session
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