Delivery and Consumption Method

Executive summary

A brief, high-level overview of key findings, insights, and recommendations for decision-makers.

Self-service portal

A user-friendly interface that allows individuals to access, explore, and analyze data without needing IT or analyst assistance.

Dashboards

Visual displays that consolidate key metrics and data insights in one interface for monitoring and decision-making.

Static

Dashboards or reports that show a fixed snapshot of data and do not update automatically.

Dynamic

Dashboards that automatically refresh and allow interactive exploration of live or updated data.

Frequency

How often data is reported, updated, or analyzed.

Recurring

Data or reports generated on a regular, scheduled basis (e.g. daily, weekly, monthly).

Ad hoc

Data or reports created on demand for a specific purpose or question.

Snapshot

A data versioning technique; A static capture of data at a specific point in time.

Real-time

A data versioning technique; Data that is collected, processed, and displayed immediately as events occur.