Alex Kolokolov – författare

The sheer volume of business data has reached an all-time high. Using visualizations to transform this data into useful and understandable information can facilitate better decision-making. This practical book shows data analysts as well as professionals in finance, sales, and marketing how to quickly create visualizations and build savvy dashboards.

Alex Kolokolov from Data2Speak and Maxim Zelensky from Intelligent Business explain in simple and clear language how to create brilliant charts with Microsoft Power BI and follow best practices for corporate reporting. No technical background is required. Step-by-step guides help you set up any chart in a few clicks and avoid common mistakes. Also, experienced data analysts will find tips and tricks on how to enrich their reports with advanced visuals.

This book helps you understand:

The basic rules for classic charts that are used in 90% of business reportsExceptions to general rules based on real business casesBest practices for dashboard designHow to properly set up interactionsHow to prepare data for advanced visualsHow to avoid pitfalls with eye-catching charts

The sheer volume of business data has reached an all-time high. Using visualizations to transform this data into useful and understandable information can facilitate better decision-making. This practical book shows data analysts as well as professionals in finance, sales, and marketing how to quickly create visualizations and build savvy dashboards.

Alex Kolokolov from Data2Speak and Maxim Zelensky from Intelligent Business explain in simple and clear language how to create brilliant charts with Microsoft Power BI and follow best practices for corporate reporting. No technical background is required. Step-by-step guides help you set up any chart in a few clicks and avoid common mistakes. Also, experienced data analysts will find tips and tricks on how to enrich their reports with advanced visuals.

This book helps you understand:

The basic rules for classic charts that are used in 90% of business reportsExceptions to general rules based on real business casesBest practices for dashboard designHow to properly set up interactionsHow to prepare data for advanced visualsHow to avoid pitfalls with eye-catching charts

The sheer volume of business data has reached an all-time high. By using visualizations to transform this data into useful and understandable information, you can facilitate better decision-making. This practical book shows data analysts as well as professionals in finance, sales, and marketing how to quickly create and use data visualizations.Alex Kolokolov from Data2Speak and Maxim Zelensky from Datalineo Limited explain in simple and clear language how to use Microsoft Power BI to set up any visualization diagram. Managers with different professional backgrounds will learn how to "tame" data visualization, and step-by-step instructions will help you set up any chart professionally. The examples in this book clearly explain how customization facilitates the perception of data.This book helps you understand:How interactive visuals can be useful for your businessThe basic rules for building chartsExceptions from general rules based on real business casesHow to choose the right chart for every business caseHow to create interactive visuals in Power BIHow to design corporate identity visuals

Gather and analyze data successfully, identify trends, and then create overarching strategies and actionable next steps - all through Excel. This book will show even those who lack a technical background how to make advanced interactive reports with only Excel at hand. Advanced visualization is available to everyone, and this step-by-step guide will show you how.The information in this book is presented in an accessible and understandable way for everyone, regardless of the level of technical skills and proficiency in MS Excel. The dashboard development process is given in the format of step-by-step instructions, taking you through each step in detail. Universal checklists and recommendations of a practicing business analyst and trainer will help in solving various tasks when working with data visualization. Illustrations will help you perceive information easily and quickly. Make Your Data Speak will show you howto master the main rules, techniques and tricks of professional data visualization in just a few days.What You'll LearnSee how interactive dashboards can be useful for a businessReview basic rules for building dashboardsUnderstand why it's important to pay attention to colors and fonts when developing a dashboardCreate interactive management reports in Excel Who This Book is ForCompany executives and divisional managers, Middle managers, business analysts

Gather and analyze data successfully, identify trends, and then create overarching strategies and actionable next steps - all through Excel. This book will show even those who lack a technical background how to make advanced interactive reports with only Excel at hand. Advanced visualization is available to everyone, and this step-by-step guide will show you how.The information in this book is presented in an accessible and understandable way for everyone, regardless of the level of technical skills and proficiency in MS Excel. The dashboard development process is given in the format of step-by-step instructions, taking you through each step in detail. Universal checklists and recommendations of a practicing business analyst and trainer will help in solving various tasks when working with data visualization. Illustrations will help you perceive information easily and quickly. 

Make Your Data Speak will show you howto master the main rules, techniques and tricks of professional data visualization in just a few days.

What You''ll Learn

See how interactive dashboards can be useful for a businessReview basic rules for building dashboardsUnderstand why it''s important to pay attention to colors and fonts when developing a dashboardCreate interactive management reports in Excel 

Who This Book is For

Company executives and divisional managers, Middle managers, business analysts