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Dashboard Examples and Use Cases

Practical Examples by Chart Type​

Here are practical examples of how to use each chart type effectively:

Table Chart Example​

Use Case: Detailed comparison of department metrics

  • Rows: Department (dimension)
  • Columns: Multiple measures (COUNT of submissions, AVERAGE of processing time, MAX of value)
  • Result: Precise numeric data for each department across multiple metrics
  • Advantage: Shows exact values for detailed analysis

Bar Chart Example​

Use Case: Compare department performance by average processing time

  • Y-axis: Department (dimension from form field)
  • X-axis: AVERAGE of processing time (measure)
  • Result: Horizontal bars showing which departments process submissions faster or slower
  • Advantage: Department names (which can be long) are easily readable along the Y-axis

Column Chart Example​

Use Case: Track submission volume by month

  • X-axis: Month (dimension)
  • Y-axis: COUNT of submissions (measure)
  • Result: Vertical bars showing submission volume trends over time
  • Advantage: Time periods naturally flow left-to-right along the X-axis

Line Chart Example​

Use Case: Monitor approval rates over time

  • X-axis: Month (dimension)
  • Y-axis: COUNT of approved submissions / COUNT of total submissions (measures)
  • Result: Line showing trend of approval rates over time
  • Advantage: Clearly shows upward or downward trends in the data

Pie Chart Example​

Use Case: Visualize submission status distribution

  • Details: Status (dimension)
  • Values: COUNT of submissions (measure)
  • Result: Pie segments showing proportion of submissions in each status
  • Advantage: Instantly shows which statuses have the most submissions

Spider Chart Example​

Use Case: Compare performance across multiple criteria

  • Category: Performance criteria (dimension)
  • Y-axis: Score values (measure)
  • Result: Web-like visualization showing strengths and weaknesses across criteria
  • Advantage: Easily identifies areas of strong and weak performance

Treemap Chart Example​

Use Case: Visualize budget allocation by department

  • Category: Department (dimension)
  • Values: SUM of budget amount (measure)
  • Result: Nested rectangles showing relative budget sizes
  • Advantage: Visually represents hierarchical data and proportions

Creating Effective Dashboard Combinations​

By combining different chart types, you can create powerful dashboards that provide comprehensive insights. Here are some effective dashboard combinations:

Operational Dashboard Example​

Purpose: Monitor daily workflow operations

  • Chart 1: Column Chart showing submissions by day (last 30 days)
  • Chart 2: Pie Chart showing current status distribution
  • Chart 3: Table Chart with detailed metrics by department
  • Chart 4: Line Chart showing processing time trends

Performance Dashboard Example​

Purpose: Track department performance metrics

  • Chart 1: Bar Chart comparing departments by average processing time
  • Chart 2: Spider Chart showing department performance across multiple criteria
  • Chart 3: Line Chart showing improvement trends over time
  • Chart 4: Table Chart with detailed performance metrics

Executive Dashboard Example​

Purpose: Provide high-level overview for management

  • Chart 1: Treemap Chart showing submission volume by department
  • Chart 2: Column Chart showing monthly submission trends
  • Chart 3: Pie Chart showing status distribution
  • Chart 4: Bar Chart showing top performers by processing speed

Tips for Effective Dashboards​

  1. Keep it focused: Include only the most important metrics
  2. Choose appropriate chart types: Select visualizations that best represent your data
  3. Use clear labels: Make sure widget titles and axis labels are descriptive
  4. Group related widgets: Arrange widgets logically on your dashboard
  5. Consider your audience: Design dashboards with your viewers' needs in mind
  6. Use filters: Take advantage of date filters to focus on relevant time periods
  7. Refresh regularly: Check and update your dashboards as business needs change