Data intelligence
How do I stop meetings starting with everyone arguing about whose numbers are right?
Agree on the definition and source for each key metric before the meeting. Publish those definitions and make the report use the same logic every time. Handle disputed data quality issues separately instead of debating the calculation in every meeting.
What to check
- Is each key metric defined in writing?
- Is there one approved source?
- Are unresolved data issues tracked outside the meeting?