{"id":12616,"date":"2021-09-10T13:40:22","date_gmt":"2021-09-10T05:40:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/?p=12616"},"modified":"2025-09-04T17:22:42","modified_gmt":"2025-09-04T09:22:42","slug":"operational-dashboard","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/dashboard-tools\/operational-dashboard.html","title":{"rendered":"Operational Dashboard: Command Operations of Your Business"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>An operational dashboard serves as a monitoring and optimization tool for businesses, specifically designed to oversee and enhance the performance of their short-term operations. Typically managed by junior decision-makers, these dashboards primarily focus on tracking operational processes. The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fanruan.com\/en\/blog\/motive-dashboard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">motive dashboard<\/a><\/strong>, with its dynamic features, plays a key role in streamlining this process, offering an intuitive interface for quick insights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In today&#8217;s digital era, the significance of operational dashboards lies in the recognition among businesses regarding the importance of rapid and accurate data exchange among operations teams and departments. While the advancements in dashboard reporting and analysis have greatly simplified logistical tasks, operational managers can also derive significant benefits from employing such dashboards. They allow for real-time identification of data-related issues through visual and interactive means, necessitating prompt attention and resolution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color\">This article will give you a detailed introduction to the operational dashboard, including definitions, benefits, examples, and most importantly, how to create an operational dashboard efficiently. Feel free to take full advantage of this article!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"toc_transparent no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#What_is_An_Operational_Dashboard\">What is An Operational Dashboard?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Benefits_of_An_Operational_Dashboard\">Benefits of An Operational Dashboard<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Operational_Dashboard_Examples\">Operational Dashboard Examples<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Grid_monitoring\">Grid monitoring<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Electricity_power_plant_monitoring\">Electricity power plant monitoring <\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Intelligent_transportation_monitoring\">Intelligent transportation monitoring <\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#How_to_Create_An_Operational_Dashboard\">How to Create An Operational Dashboard?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Operational_Dashboard_Cases\">Operational Dashboard Cases<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Conclusion\">Conclusion <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<h2><span id=\"What_is_An_Operational_Dashboard\"><strong>What is An Operational Dashboard?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dashboards can be classified according to usage scenarios, data types, and usage fields. The most common classification is based on specific usage scenarios into strategy dashboard, analytical dashboard, and operational dashboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Among them, the operational dashboard helps you view &#8220;what&#8217;s happening now?&#8221;. The operational dashboard separates key indicators and important information from messy data, and presents them to users clearly and quickly, helping users complete tasks quickly, actively, and efficiently. In order to prevent violations or high-risk operations, the operational dashboard also needs to monitor data in real time. Therefore, the operational dashboard is often associated with the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/dashboard-tools\/kpi-dashboard.html\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/dashboard-tools\/kpi-dashboard.html\" target=\"_blank\">KPI dashboard<\/a>&nbsp;and a <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/dashboard-tools\/dashboard-monitoring-tool.html\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"12343\" target=\"_blank\">monitoring dashboard<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/types-of-dashboard.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"867\" height=\"514\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/types-of-dashboard.jpg\" alt=\"a picture showing types of dashboard\" class=\"wp-image-12625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/types-of-dashboard.jpg 867w, https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/types-of-dashboard-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/types-of-dashboard-768x455.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 867px) 100vw, 867px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Types of dashboard<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2><span id=\"Benefits_of_An_Operational_Dashboard\"><strong>Benefits of An Operational Dashboard<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color\">Predictive analysis<\/span><\/strong>. An operational dashboard allows you to view what is happening and can help you predict the future allocation of various resources and the formulation and execution of various corporate strategies based on actual performance and data.<\/li><li><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color\">Active management<\/span><\/strong>. The operational dashboard can be used to focus on and adjust strategic and tactical goals, help to identify emerging patterns and trends through the latest data and indicators, and maintain the competitiveness of the enterprise.<\/li><li><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color\">Real-time visibility<\/span><\/strong>. An operational dashboard allows you to easily check the health of your business and take appropriate measures through data visualization. In addition, checking status and reports via mobile devices makes it possible to monitor at any time and ultimately shortens the response time.<\/li><li><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color\">Promote continuous improvement<\/span><\/strong>. An operational dashboard can promote continuous improvement, make incremental changes to reduce waste, simplify work and increase profitability, and can adapt to changes in higher productivity levels.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/dashboard-interface-of-FineReport.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"525\" height=\"177\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/dashboard-interface-of-FineReport.png\" alt=\"clear and dynamic dashboard interface of FineReport\" class=\"wp-image-12582\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/dashboard-interface-of-FineReport.png 525w, https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/dashboard-interface-of-FineReport-300x101.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 525px) 100vw, 525px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Dashboard interface of FineReport<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-to-vivid-purple-gradient-background has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fanruan.com\/en\/finereport\/download-trial-b\" style=\"border-radius:50px;color:#fffffa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Try FineReport For Free<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2><span id=\"Operational_Dashboard_Examples\"><strong>Operational Dashboard Examples<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s take a look at some IoT Dashboard examples that have been adopted in some companies, hope these templates can give you some inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color\">Note: All the Operational Dashboard templates shown in this article are created by <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\">FineReport<\/a>, a powerful <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/data-visualization\/free-and-open-source-dashboard-software.html\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/data-visualization\/free-and-open-source-dashboard-software.html\" target=\"_blank\">dashboard software<\/a> that has been honorably mentioned by <strong>Gartner<\/strong> Magic Quadrant for ABI Platforms. You can download FineReport for free and have a try!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-to-vivid-purple-gradient-background has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fanruan.com\/en\/finereport\/download-trial-b\" style=\"border-radius:50px;color:#fffffa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Try FineReport For Free<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\">FineReport<\/a>&nbsp;stands out from the crowds&nbsp;of operational dashboard software with its high-quality products and services, and reasonable prices.&nbsp;You can download the free trial version to experience the product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many dashboard templates built into the software in FineReport Demo. Here I\u2019d like to introduce several of the templates of FineReport, or you can&nbsp;make an appointment&nbsp;to contact&nbsp;FineReport&nbsp;directly for more concrete operational dashboards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"margin:20px 0px\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fanruan.com\/en\/demo\" style=\"background-color:#2c7adf;padding: 15px 26px;border-radius:50px;color:#fff\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\nBook A Demo\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span id=\"Grid_monitoring\"><strong>Grid monitoring<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/grid-monitoring.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"445\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/grid-monitoring-1024x445.png\" alt=\" an interface of grid monitoring dashboard by FineReport\" class=\"wp-image-12631\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/grid-monitoring-1024x445.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/grid-monitoring-300x130.png 300w, https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/grid-monitoring-768x334.png 768w, https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/grid-monitoring.png 1330w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Grid monitoring dashboard (by FineReport)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The grid monitoring dashboard shows the power usage in the monitored area. Through the monitoring of key indicators and data, the health status of the power grid can be checked and judged at any time to prevent accidents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span id=\"Electricity_power_plant_monitoring\"><strong>Electricity power plant monitoring <\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video\"><video controls poster=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/electricity-power-plant-monitoring.png\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Electricity-Power-Plant-Monitoring.webm\"><\/video><figcaption>Electricity power plant monitoring dashboard (by FineReport)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-to-vivid-purple-gradient-background has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fanruan.com\/en\/demo\" style=\"border-radius:50px;color:#fffffa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Download the Template<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The electricity power plant monitoring dashboard is to observe the production situation in the plant. Through this dashboard, the power plant can view the distribution of resources, the completion of production and etc., so as to make follow-up production plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span id=\"Intelligent_transportation_monitoring\"><strong>Intelligent transportation monitoring <\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/QQ\u622a\u56fe20230630161021.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/QQ\u622a\u56fe20230630161021-1024x525.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16914\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/QQ\u622a\u56fe20230630161021-1024x525.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/QQ\u622a\u56fe20230630161021-300x154.png 300w, https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/QQ\u622a\u56fe20230630161021-768x394.png 768w, https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/QQ\u622a\u56fe20230630161021.png 1066w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Intelligent transportation monitoring dashboard is a system that monitors transportation in real time. It tracks important factors like the number of traffic violations, congested roads, the average speed of vehicles and so on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The dashboard helps transportation authorities keep an eye on the current state of transportation. It collects data from various sources like cameras and sensors, providing up-to-date information on traffic conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-to-vivid-purple-gradient-background has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fanruan.com\/en\/finereport\/download-trial-b\" style=\"border-radius:50px;color:#fffffa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Try FineReport For Free<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3><span id=\"How_to_Create_An_Operational_Dashboard\"><strong>How to Create An Operational Dashboard?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the main points to consider when creating an operational dashboard:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color\">Define your objectives<\/span><\/strong>: Start by clearly defining the objectives and goals of your operational dashboard. Identify the specific metrics and KPIs that align with your business objectives. For example, you may want to track sales performance, customer satisfaction, inventory levels, or production efficiency.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color\">Select the right metrics<\/span><\/strong>: Choose the metrics that are most relevant to your business goals. Focus on metrics that provide actionable insights and help you make informed decisions. Avoid overwhelming your dashboard with excessive data. Instead, select a few key metrics that accurately reflect the performance of your operations.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color\">Determine data sources<\/span><\/strong>: Identify the sources from which you will gather the necessary data for your dashboard. This may include data from internal systems such as CRM software, ERP systems, or other databases. Consider integrating external data sources as well, such as market trends, competitor analysis, or customer feedback.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are worrying about the problem of <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fanruan.com\/en\/blog\/data-integration\" target=\"_blank\">data integration<\/a><\/strong> of your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fanruan.com\/en\/blog\/kpi-reporting-importance-for-business\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">KPI report,<\/a> you can try <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fanruan.com\/en\/finereport\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FineReport<\/a>, FineReport has a powerful data integration functionality, supporting over 30 different database tables and SQL data sources. It also supports various file data sets such as Excel and txt files, as well as multidimensional databases and procedural data sets. It is suitable for data analysis scenarios with high real-time requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/QQ\u622a\u56fe20230411165226-2.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"701\" height=\"404\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/QQ\u622a\u56fe20230411165226-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16398\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/QQ\u622a\u56fe20230411165226-2.png 701w, https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/QQ\u622a\u56fe20230411165226-2-300x173.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 701px) 100vw, 701px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fanruan.com\/en\/finereport\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FineReport<\/a> can also be integrated with other business systems like ERP or CRM, which store the production data, and automatically extract and update the relevant information in real-time on the report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/image-1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"638\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/image-1-1024x638.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14488\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/image-1-1024x638.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/image-1-300x187.png 300w, https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/image-1-768x478.png 768w, https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/image-1.png 1140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color\">Design the dashboard layout<\/span><\/strong>: Plan the layout of your operational dashboard to ensure clarity and ease of use. Organize the dashboard in a logical and intuitive manner, grouping related metrics together. Use visual elements like charts, graphs, and tables to present data in a clear and understandable way. Consider using color coding and visual indicators to highlight performance levels or deviations from targets.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color\">Choose the right visualization tools<\/span><\/strong>: Select appropriate visualization tools that best represent your data and make it easy to interpret. Depending on the nature of your metrics, you might use line graphs, bar charts, pie charts, or gauges. Ensure that the chosen visualizations effectively communicate the insights you want to convey.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fanruan.com\/en\/finereport\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FineReport<\/a> supports more than 50 chart styles, covering basically all basic and high-level charts on the market, and also has excellent dynamic effects and a powerful interactive experience. Various features can be set according to the needs during use, and can also be self-adjusted and displayed on the mobile terminal and large LED screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/features-dynamicmap-1.gif\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/features-dynamicmap-1.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16391\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color\">Update in real-time<\/span><\/strong>: For an operational dashboard to be effective, it should provide real-time or near real-time updates. Use automated data feeds or APIs to ensure that the dashboard reflects the most recent information available. Real-time updates enable you to identify and address issues promptly, leading to more proactive decision-making.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In FineReport, with <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/reporting-tools\/real-time-reporting.html\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/reporting-tools\/real-time-reporting.html\" target=\"_blank\">Real Time Reporting<\/a>, users can connect to various data sources such as databases, APIs, and streaming platforms to retrieve live data. The feature supports a wide range of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fanruan.com\/en\/glossary\/big-data\/data-format\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">data formats<\/a><\/strong> and provides <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fanruan.com\/en\/blog\/seamless-integration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">seamless integration<\/a><\/strong> with different systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the data is connected, FineReport&#8217;s Real Time Reporting feature enables users to create dynamic and interactive reports. Users can design customized dashboards, charts, tables, and graphs to visualize their data. These reports update automatically as the underlying data changes, ensuring that users always have the most up-to-date information at their fingertips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/financial-performance-dashboard-1.gif\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1312\" height=\"643\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/financial-performance-dashboard-1.gif\" alt=\"Financial performance  dashboard by FineReport\" class=\"wp-image-13458\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-to-vivid-purple-gradient-background has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fanruan.com\/en\/demo\" style=\"border-radius:50px;color:#fffffa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Download the Template<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Real Time Reporting also offers advanced data analysis capabilities. Users can apply filters, perform calculations, and apply business rules to manipulate the data and extract valuable insights. The feature supports drill-down functionality, allowing users to explore the underlying details and analyze data at different levels of granularity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color\">Regularly review and refine<\/span><\/strong>: A dashboard is not a one-time creation; it requires regular review and refinement. Monitor the performance of your operational dashboard and gather feedback from users. Assess the relevance of the selected metrics and make adjustments as needed. Stay open to incorporating new metrics or visualizations that can enhance the usefulness of your dashboard.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2><span id=\"Operational_Dashboard_Cases\"><strong>Operational Dashboard Cases<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The world-famous sports brand Nike has long been at the forefront of the world&#8217;s top 500. After Nike entered China, with high-quality products and the concept of &#8220;Local for Local&#8221;, it quickly entered the Chinese market and developed rapidly, with stores in various provinces and cities in China.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The audience market has a large number of customers, and an effective <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/bi-tools\/business-intelligence-system.html\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"12067\" target=\"_blank\">business intelligence system<\/a>&nbsp;is urgently needed to assist Nike China&#8217;s operation and management. The retention analysis dashboard made by FineReport is a powerful one. The dashboard calculates customer retention rates by measuring indicators such as the number of daily store leads and new customers. By viewing this dashboard, companies can adjust marketing and other strategies to increase customer loyalty and increase customer retention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/retention-analysis.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"426\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/retention-analysis-1024x426.png\" alt=\"an interface of retention analysis dashboard by FineReport\" class=\"wp-image-12634\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/retention-analysis-1024x426.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/retention-analysis-300x125.png 300w, https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/retention-analysis-768x320.png 768w, https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/retention-analysis.png 1317w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Retention analysis dashboard (by FineReport)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-to-vivid-purple-gradient-background has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fanruan.com\/en\/finereport\/download-trial-b\" style=\"border-radius:50px;color:#fffffa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Try FineReport For Free<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p>\u201cIn contemporary business operations, it is not just information that is scarce. The explosion of information makes attention even scarcer. For most of the group management, the demand for data is to use the least energy to understand the required information, so concise and powerful information is what the leadership needs. FineReport assisted us very well.\u201d<\/p><cite>\u2014\u2014Nike China<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2><span id=\"Conclusion\"><strong>Conclusion <\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An operational dashboard is one of the types of dashboards classified based on specific usage scenarios. The operational dashboard helps you view &#8216;what&#8217;s happening now?&#8217; With tools like the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fanruan.com\/en\/blog\/motive-dashboard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">motive dashboard<\/a><\/strong>, businesses can gain real-time visibility into operations, enabling more effective decision-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Predictive analysis, active management, real-time visibility, and continuous improvement are representative benefits of an operational dashboard. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fanruan.com\/en\/finereport\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FineReport<\/a> is recommended as standing-out operational dashboard software, offering robust features for managing operational processes. Nike China uses FineReport\u2019s operational dashboard, including its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fanruan.com\/en\/blog\/motive-dashboard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">motive dashboard<\/a> capabilities, to aid its business operations and enhance overall performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/OD-conclusion.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"737\" height=\"423\" src=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/OD-conclusion.png\" alt=\"summary picture of the article\" class=\"wp-image-12637\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/OD-conclusion.png 737w, https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/OD-conclusion-300x172.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 737px) 100vw, 737px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Summary picture (source: https:\/\/www.finereport.com\/en\/)<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The operational dashboard can work as a commander to direct the operations of your business. Among various dashboard software, FineReport can be your great assistant. Download and use FineReport now!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-to-vivid-purple-gradient-background has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fanruan.com\/en\/finereport\/download-trial-b\" style=\"border-radius:50px;color:#fffffa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Try FineReport For Free<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Feel free to make an appointment for a live demo with our product experts. We will be more clear about your needs and see how FineReport can help you and your organization transform data into value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"margin:20px 0px\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fanruan.com\/en\/demo\" style=\"background-color:#2c7adf;padding: 15px 26px;border-radius:50px;color:#fff\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\nBook A Demo\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Operational dashboard helps to prevent violations or high-risk operations of your business. 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