Transitioning from legacy systems to modern, scalable analytics platforms is a complex yet rewarding process. I led a transformative initiative to modernize the reporting ecosystem, focusing on scalability, real-time insights, and business alignment. I designed schemas, rebuilt dashboards, and empowered teams to leverage cutting-edge tools for faster, more reliable decision-making.
Key Objectives
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Schema Development
Designed and implemented schemas for internal and external POS data, survey data, and a POC/development environment. These schemas ensured clean, reliable testing and seamless operational processes. -
Dashboard Modernization
Rebuilt over 20 Tableau dashboards, replacing outdated Excel-based processes with dynamic, autonomous reporting solutions. This transformation enabled faster and deeper insights for stakeholders. -
Team Enablement and Training
Developed a structured curriculum and conducted hands-on training for 12 team members, covering Tableau, Snowflake, and Tableau Server. -
Value-Driven Reporting
Introduced variance and exception reports to monitor batch progress in real-time. This provided visibility into data loading processes and strengthened confidence in data integrity.
Key Challenges and Solutions
Challenge: Schema Design and Optimization
- Approach: Designed tailored schemas to accommodate diverse data sets across business units while aligning with specific analytic needs and future scalability.
- Result: Increased data reliability and fostered cross-functional collaboration.
Challenge: User Adoption and Training
- Approach: Created a comprehensive training program with group workshops, one-on-one sessions, and live demonstrations. Focused on Tableau dashboarding, Snowflake querying, and Tableau Server scheduling.
- Result: Accelerated team adoption, reduced analytical turnaround times, and improved efficiency.
Challenge: Unlocking New Insights
- Approach: Rebuilt over 20 Tableau reports and identified opportunities to implement analytics previously hindered by Excel limitations.
- Result: Delivered automated, dynamic reports for key business units, driving actionable insights and strategic decision-making.
Results
- Accelerated Decision-Making
Real-time exception and variance reporting enabled faster insights for key stakeholders. - Efficiency Gains
Delivered 6–12 hours of time savings weekly across the 12-person team, freeing resources for higher-value analytical work. - Empowered Teams
Trained 12 team members, equipping them to independently query data, create insights, and manage dashboards autonomously. - Business Impact
Delivered actionable solutions for category, franchise, and sales teams, unlocking new capabilities previously limited by legacy processes.
Leadership and Impact
This project demonstrated a blend of technical expertise, strategic leadership, and a commitment to long-term success:
- Developed and Delivered Training
Upskilled 12 team members with advanced capabilities in Tableau, Snowflake, and Tableau Server to ensure self-sufficiency. - Built for the Future
Designed scalable, automated systems to accommodate growth and future innovations. - Empowered Business Units
Delivered tailored reporting capabilities and insights, driving measurable value across multiple teams.
Lessons Learned
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Stakeholder Engagement
Early and consistent collaboration ensures alignment with business needs. -
Iterative Testing
Ongoing testing and feedback prevent costly surprises and delays. -
Future-Proof Design
Building scalable, automated systems reduces long-term maintenance and prepares for growth.
This project exemplifies my ability to transform complex technical systems into strategic enablers of business success. I am eager to bring this same vision and impact to future challenges.