Ah, the pie chart, the Marmite of the data visualisation world. You either love its simplicity or loathe its misleading nature. Just when you think you’ve got it figured out, along comes its sleeker sibling: the donut chart. But which…
In Part 1, we explored why the Risk Matrix is essential in project risk assessment and built its foundation in Power BI. We used Power Query and the M language to create a Risk Index, structured a Dimension Table with…
In my experience developing reporting solutions for PMOs and Project Controls, the Risk Matrix is an absolute must-have. It’s a brilliant visual tool that helps us assess and prioritise potential risks in a project. When I first designed a Risk…
Okay, let’s be honest, Power BI’s new card visual isn’t exactly new anymore. But, like that book you bought ages ago and finally decided to read, I recently gave it some well-deserved attention. And let me tell you, it did…
So, you’ve decided to dive into Power BI, great choice! Despite all the AI hype, Power BI is still in high demand, and with its “self-service” nature, I’ve seen my fair share of, let’s just say, interesting reports. Whether it’s…
Welcome to Part 2 of our journey in creating an S-Curve in Power BI! If you’ve made it this far, you’re already on the right track to mastering this essential project tracking visual. In Part 1, we laid the groundwork…
If you’ve ever worked in Project Controls or PMO reporting (like I have!), you’ve probably had a project manager ask, “Can you show me progress versus plan?” And more often than not, they’re looking for an S-Curve. S-Curves are one…
We all know that dashboards and reports are powerful tools for visualising data and extracting insights efficiently, but their design can either empower users or overwhelm them. Recently, I came across the Microsoft’s Inclusive Design For Cognition Guidebook, which highlights…
The RAG (Red, Amber, Green) colour scheme has long been a favourite in Business Intelligence tools like Power BI for visualising performance metrics. It’s simple, intuitive, and instantly recognisable, borrowed from the universally understood traffic light system that originated in…
Happy New Year! As we kick off 2025, let’s dive into an important topic. I’ve been following many data challenges on LinkedIn recently, and it’s amazing to see how much creativity and effort people put into their dashboards. The variety…
