Achievement
For
Address Deficits
Demonstrate that investments to address deficits are effective and valuable.
Data Story Format
"We are analyzing data from ___[our community]___ so that we can showcase our __[achievement(s]___ that improve on our __[previous deficits]__."
Possible Use
We are analyzing numbers from our standard library counts (visits, circulation, program attendance, etc.) so that we can showcase our new approach to holistic analysis in relation to changing data about our community. These practices improve the content and clarity of our annual reports and presentations.
Real Story Examples
Learning from our statistics. https://publiclibrariesonline.org/2021/05/learning-from-our-statistics/
Brave voices, brave choices: a look into Howard County Library System's racial equity initiative. https://publiclibrariesonline.org/2022/08/brave-voices-brave-choices/
Opportunity in the face of crisis. https://www.ala.org/news/member-news/2023/10/core-webinar-opportunity-face-crisis
Data Visualization Recommendations
General Guidance
Achievement: Consider using one or more line charts to indicate differences (like before and after) if needs could be met, and indicate the differences with an arrow to draw the audience's attention. In general, line charts are the best choice for indicating change over time. Or use a bar chart to indicate the impact of increasingly serving needs over time.
