White Papers

• Common Pitfalls in Dashboard Design
  Stephen Few
  Perceptual Edge
  February 2006
  
  Good dashboards enable users to monitor conditions at a glance and use the information to achieve their objectives. Unfortunately, most dashboards fall short of this goal. This white paper by Stephen Few will show you the 13 most common pitfalls in the visual design of dashboards. Knowing what doesn’t work will help you design effective dashboards that clearly present the quantitative information people need.

• Effectively Communicating Numbers: Selecting the Best Means and Manner of Display
  Stephen Few
  Perceptual Edge
  November 2005
  
  This white paper is designed to provide a practical introduction to graph design developed specifically for the needs of business. Following these clear precepts, communicated through examples of what works and what doesn't, you will learn a step-by-step process to present your data clearly and drive your message home.

• Integrating Analytics and Reporting with SQL Server 2005
  Mike Young
  ProClarity™, A Microsoft^® Subsidiary
  October 2005
  
  Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Analysis Services offers a refreshing approach to OLAP allowing you to fully integrate your OLAP analytics and relational reporting requirements. This paper will help you decrease overall cube administration while enhancing the end-user experience in your organization.

• Blending Reporting and Analytics
  Bob Lokken
  ProClarity™, A Microsoft^® Subsidiary
  December 2005
  
  The focus of BI solutions should be more about the user and less about the technology. This paper discusses how the majority of business users are still unhappy with the amount of information they have for decision making. Key topics include tactical vs. strategic decisions, data usage and analysis, implementing BI, etc.

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