Though the data analytic process may seem to be a wholly objective undertaking, there are many decision points throughout the analytic process. Test of significance, testing of assumptions, types and quality of measures, sampling strategies (and restrictions) are all contributors to the ultimate interpretation of data. And it is crucial that any limitations or boundaries to data interpretation, especially if used to institute any type of change effort, be made extremely clear to the data consumer. Services in this area include:
- Write up and summarize analysis (including any caveats/restrictions)
- Provide tables and graphics to illuminate data
- Provide presentation format for results