In today’s fast-paced urban environment, cities are embracing technology to become smarter, more sustainable, and efficient. Managing and measuring urban performance requires sophisticated tools, and that’s where the Smart Cities KPI Dashboard in Excel comes in. This comprehensive dashboard empowers city planners with real-time insights into key performance indicators (KPIs) across various domains, such as energy, public safety, and waste management, enabling informed decision-making and optimized resource allocation.
Key Features of the Smart Cities KPI Dashboard in Excel
Home Sheet
- Acts as the central hub for navigation with six interactive buttons.
- Jump directly to specific worksheets for quick access and better user experience.
Dynamic Dashboard Sheet
- Displays Month-to-Date (MTD) and Year-to-Date (YTD) actuals, targets, and previous year’s data for all KPIs.
- Includes dropdown functionality to view metrics for any selected month.
- Features conditional formatting with visual cues (up/down arrows) to highlight performance gaps.
KPI Trend Analysis
- Analyze KPI performance trends with a dropdown to select specific KPIs.
- Displays KPI details such as group, unit, formula, and whether “Lower is better” or “Upper is better.”
Data Input Sheets
- Actual Numbers Sheet: Input MTD and YTD data for the selected month dynamically.
- Target Sheet: Set MTD and YTD performance benchmarks for each KPI.
- Previous Year Numbers Sheet: Record past performance for robust comparisons.
KPI Definition Sheet
- Clearly categorize and document each KPI with its group, unit, formula, and definition.
- Ensures transparency and consistency in performance tracking.
Real-Time Updates
- Automatically refreshes data across all sheets when new inputs are added, providing instant insights.
Customizable and Scalable
- Adaptable for different cities and projects, ensuring relevance to unique urban challenges.
- Compatible with additional features like IoT integrations and mobile access for enhanced usability.
