Tag: analysis

Bissantz ponders 26. June 2009

A quality measure assessing differentiation: € per Pixel

We want to be able to measure the quality of reports. Today, we’ll go into detail. For example, how large, long and wide should graphical elements be? The quality measure "differentiation" answers [...]

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Uncategorized 3. April 2009

Bean counter … and proud of it

Controllers are bean counters. So what? Someone has to be – and it’s better that it’s done right. I believe that a good entrepreneur always excels at bean counting as well. That’s one thing that [...]

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Bissantz ponders 1. February 2008

An arrow is no plus sign!

When managers and statistics collide, less is often more. In general, however, there are not enough statistics in data visualizations. The only requirement is that they need to be robust. This past Tuesday [...]

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Bissantz ponders 12. October 2007

Even more smart indicators

Last week, we automatically identified similarities over a period of time with the help of a computer. Today, we will define an indicator that will help us analyze differences. Although we could analyze [...]

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Bissantz ponders 28. September 2007

Can we stop traffic lights?

Decision-makers who receive a traffic light for support really don’t have anything more to decide. The report author already made the judgment call. Worse yet, decision-makers don’t even have the [...]

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Bissantz ponders 14. September 2007

Sure-fire ways to spoil data, Part II

Last time, we took a look at six of Howard Wainer’s golden rules to ruin data. To double your pleasure, we decided to explore six more: Emphasize the trivial (ignore the important). If you want to [...]

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Bissantz ponders 6. June 2007

Comparisons, Part I

A sea of data is silent and still. To unlock its secrets, you need both talent and a systematic approach. And most of all, you need to know which tools are available. Each analysis is a comparison at [...]

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Bissantz ponders 20. April 2007

When the Pope wears red shoes

The manufacturers of designer furniture have discovered a new market: children’s bedrooms. Classic pieces, such as the 1953 Eiermann table frame or the 1955 Arne Jacobsen Series 7 chair, are now available [...]

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Bissantz ponders 9. March 2007

Art and Data Analysis I

Data analysis is a true art form. To present your results effectively, you need craftsmanship, creativity and drive. Appropriately, I find that exhibitions and books about art are a source of inspiration [...]

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