Occam's Razor

APRIL 19, 2010

"What is the difference between a metric and a key performance indicator (KPI)?" " "Are goals metrics?" There seems to be genuine confusion about the simplest, most foundational, parts of web metrics / analytics. Key Performance Indicators. " And many more.

Metrics 138

Metrics Key Performance Indicator KPI Business Objectives 138

Occam's Razor

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

A vast majority of occasions where data is presented (reports, executive dashboards, conference presentations, or just plain here's a automated emailed thingy from Google Analytics ) end up being abject failures because most of the discussion is still about the data. Yes, cost per click is metric. Or, both. : ). Don't rush.

Visualization 144

Visualization Key Performance Indicator Dashboards Metrics 144

datapine

APRIL 16, 2019

While sometimes it’s okay to follow your instincts, the vast majority of your business-based decisions should be backed by metrics, facts, or figures related to your aims, goals, or initiatives that can ensure a stable backbone to your management reports and business operations. In most cases, this can prove detrimental to the business.

Data-driven 287

Data-driven Dashboards Visualization Cost-Benefit 287