CFO2312. Finding Actionable Insights with Data Visualization

If a picture is worth 1,000 words, then how many spreadsheets can you replace with a more meaningful chart or graph?

By attending this session, you will come away with examples and resources for how data visualization can cause positive change for Finance and Accounting professionals. This tool-neutral session will introduce a common vocabulary for data visualization and provide examples of how to help your team reveal actionable insights in your data.

In addition to real-world examples, we will also provide some curated resources to help with continued learning after class.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify & understand a repeatable methodology for answering business and finance questions with data
• Recognize and interpret examples of data visualization and reveal actionable insights
• Indicate & discuss best practices for the use of color in data visualization
• Identify supplemental resources to allow continued learning about data analytics and visual reporting