Data Visualization for Insightful Reporting
Data Visualization for Insightful Reporting Good visuals make data easier to grasp and faster to act on. In reporting, charts and maps guide readers through trends, gaps, and opportunities. The goal is clarity: a single chart should answer a question at a glance and invite a closer look. Choosing the right chart Different questions need different visuals. Here are practical matches: Time trends: line charts show how a metric changes over time. Comparisons: bar charts reveal differences across groups. Proportions: stacked bars or tree maps show how parts add up. Distributions: histograms or box plots reveal spread and shape. Parts to whole: waterfalls or area charts illustrate composition and change. Design tips ...