Upskilling analysts in data storytelling and dashboard design at a major government department
10/06/2024: The analysts at a large central government department wanted to get better at presenting their work to other people, to influence decision-makers. They were already using a combination of Python and Power BI to create dashboards, as well as presenting insights in traditional slide decks. The audiences for the data were varied – ranging from the general public, through policy experts, up to ministers of state. Challenge Although they were confident and highly skilled in data analysis and the technical side of data visualisation, the teams needed to up their game when it came to communicating...