Start with the decision
Before choosing charts, clarify what decision or performance question the dashboard must support.
Executive dashboards
How to Build Executive Dashboards That Leaders Actually Use
Executive dashboards should focus on decisions, not decoration. A good dashboard highlights what changed, why it matters and what action is needed.
Choose fewer, better KPIs
Too many indicators create noise. Focus on metrics that show performance, risk, exceptions and trends.
Make insights easy to find
Use layout, headings, colour and chart hierarchy to direct attention to the most important information.
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