Scientific research is crucial for advancing knowledge and fostering innovation across industries. Institutions and researchers invest significant time and resources to drive progress, yet tracking the performance and impact of scientific research remains a challenge. The Scientific Research KPI Dashboard in Excel is designed to address this challenge, providing a comprehensive tool to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) that reflect research outcomes.
This ready-to-use Excel dashboard offers detailed insights into research performance, enabling institutions to measure and improve their research strategies. From tracking publications and funding to analyzing collaboration rates and research impact, this dashboard helps institutions make data-driven decisions that optimize their research efforts.
Key Features of the Scientific Research KPI Dashboard
The Scientific Research KPI Dashboard provides all the tools you need to measure and analyze research performance effectively. Below are the key features that make this dashboard a must-have for research institutions:
Home Sheet: The Index Sheet
- Easy-to-use navigation with six buttons to access various sheets within the dashboard.
Dashboard Sheet Tab: The Core Sheet
- Displays key performance metrics, including Month-to-Date (MTD) and Year-to-Date (YTD) data, targets, and comparisons with the previous year.
- Conditional formatting (up/down arrows) provides quick insights into performance.
KPI Trend Sheet Tab: Analyze the Trends
- Allows users to track performance trends for specific KPIs over time with detailed information on KPI groups, units, formulas, and definitions.
Actual Numbers Sheet Tab: Input Research Data
- Enter actual research data for both MTD and YTD, with automatic updates based on month selections.
Target Sheet Tab: Input Research Targets
- Input research performance targets for MTD and YTD, helping track progress toward achieving objectives.
Previous Year Numbers Sheet Tab: Historical Comparison
- Enter data from the previous year for KPI comparisons, offering valuable insights into long-term trends.
KPI Definition Sheet Tab: Detailed KPI Information
- Provides clarity on the meaning and purpose of each KPI, including formulas, units, and definitions.