Dashboard software helps you keep your eyes on the prize

Business owners are urged to identify the most important key performance indicators (KPIs) for their companies. Once you’ve done so, a natural question is: Now what? A “business dashboard” is a type of software that allows you to create a customized view of your chosen KPIs in the form of pie charts, bar graphs and other graphic elements. When shopping for such a solution, look for one that supports your KPIs; offers a visually pleasing, one-screen view of the data; and updates itself in real time. Be wary of vendors that over-promise “otherworldly” knowledge of your industry or try to upsell you on bells and whistles. We can help you set a budget and compare prices.