Data Literacy – Practical Tips

Data is what you collect. Information is what you understand. Good decisions depend on knowing the difference.

Raw data is not insight. Insight needs context, comparison, and a clear question. Design reports to guide decisions, not to display everything.

Decide first, then analyse. A clear decision turns data work into a focused process. If you cannot state the decision, the analysis will wander.

Scanning finds where to look. Interpreting explains what it means and what to do next. Use both so you move fast without making risky assumptions.