Designed for Category, Sales, and Supply Chain Teams
Excel-driven dataset creation and management without compromising on the dashboards you know and love.
A new capability within Spotlight, DataCanvas is an easy to use method for creating datasets and leveraging those datasets in Excel. DataCanvas ensures that data from a wide array of sources is not only accessible but fully adaptable, paving the way for insightful, data-driven decisions, whether you want to view a dashboard within Spotlight, or send your newly created dataset to Excel.
DataCanvas offers a range of benefits designed with you in mind. It accelerates report building, allowing you to gain insights faster and respond quickly to market changes. With adaptable reporting tools, DataCanvas lets you work in Excel, accessing and analyzing data in your preferred format. You'll also enjoy empowered self-service, meaning you can independently generate and customize reports, reducing your reliance on IT support and saving time on data maintenance. Plus, this new capability enables you to enhance your existing Excel reports with advanced capabilities from the Spotlight platform.
DataCanvas introduces a suite of features designed to upgrade how retail analytics are approached, offering a blend of user-friendly workflow and advanced customization options.
Key Features of DataCanvas
Direct Excel Connectivity
DataCanvas seamlessly integrates with Excel, enabling direct updates to your pre-built reports with real-time data. This feature ensures that your reports are always current without the need for manual data entry, saving time and reducing the risk of errors.
Multi-Source Data Integration for Comprehensive Insights
Combine multiple data sources into a single, coherent framework within Spotlight. This integration allows users to draw more comprehensive insights from their data, providing a more complete picture of their business performance and trends.
Automatic Data Updates
One of the standout features of DataCanvas is its ability to provide automatic data updates. This functionality dramatically reduces the time spent on data preparation by directly populating templates with the most current data available. No longer will your team need to manually update reports or worry about data accuracy—DataCanvas ensures that your datasets are always up-to-date. This continuous, real-time updating process not only enhances the reliability of your reports but also allows your team to focus on more strategic tasks, driving greater efficiency and productivity across your organization.
Automated Report Scheduling for Timely Delivery of Insights
Schedule custom Excel reports for daily, weekly, or monthly delivery, ensuring that your team receives the insights they need, when they need them. This automation enhances efficiency and ensures that everyone stays informed with the latest data.
Accelerated Report Building
DataCanvas includes a tailored Excel builder that automatically updates pivot tables and facilitates template creation, catering to both beginners and experts. Users can replicate existing reporting structures, allowing them to populate existing Excel reports and dashboards directly through DataCanvas. Use custom filters, including store and item options, to streamline data and reduce unnecessary complexity.
Empowered Self Service
Further personalize your analytics with features like auto-add time ranges and the selection of favorite metrics. These options make DataCanvas an indispensable tool for optimizing retail analytics strategies, providing users with the flexibility to focus on the most relevant data.
Exceptional Report Precision with Automatic Data Harmonization
DataCanvas’s data harmonization and management services ensure accurate and consistent data feeds. This feature eliminates the need for manual data maintenance, providing precise and reliable reports that you can trust.
Effortless Data Sharing in a Universal Format
Enhance collaboration by easily sharing data and reports in a universal format. DataCanvas simplifies the process of distributing insights across teams, ensuring that everyone has access to the same, up-to-date information.
Seamless Transition
DataCanvas allows you to easily power your existing Excel reports while gaining advanced capabilities from the Spotlight platform.
Spotlight now lets you work in your preferred format. Whether automating datasets with DataCanvas or building your own interactive dashboards, Spotlight has you covered.
Spotlight offers 3 powerful ways to create content, manage datasets, and share data and insights:
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DataCanvas: Manage your datasets and Excel-based reports simply and reliably.
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Out-of-the-Box Dashboards: Deliver insights with ready-made dashboards and automated email templates.
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Custom Interactive Dashboards: Build and share your own interactive dashboards or ad-hoc reports within the Spotlight platform.
Transform Your Retail Strategy with Spotlight
By using Spotlight for your retail analytics, you embrace a future where data-driven decisions lead to reduced OOS scenarios, improved stock allocation, and ultimately, heightened customer loyalty and business growth. Spotlight is not just a tool; it's your partner in crafting a resilient, efficient, and customer-focused retail operation.
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