Data Visualization Playbook

  • Builds foundational understanding of data visualization as a storytelling and communication practice in HR analytics
  • Supports effective selection of visual formats based on the type of data, audience needs, and intended message
  • Strengthens data communication by helping HR professionals plan what to show, who the visualization is for, and how to present it
  • Encourages accessible data presentation through thoughtful use of color, text, labels, white space, and alternative formats
  • Enables clearer stakeholder conversations by translating complex HR data into understandable visual narratives
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Downloads 43 downloads Type Guide Publication date July 10, 2026 Topics Business PartneringDigital HRPeople Analytics

This guide introduces HR professionals to the fundamentals of data visualization and how to communicate data insights clearly to different audiences. It supports practical planning, visual format selection, and accessibility considerations for presenting HR data effectively.

Included in this resource:

  • Explanation of what data visualization is and why it matters in HR analytics
  • Three-part “How to visualize data” section with an activity, visual examples, and traditional visualization formats
  • Planning prompts covering what message to communicate, who the audience is, and how the data will be visualized
  • Overview of data visualization tools, including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power BI, Datawrapper, and Tableau Platform
  • Accessibility considerations for color, text, labels, textures, and white space
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