Reporting, and matrices a hidden land mine!!

I have done several postings on reporting and on matrices. In all of them I stress the importance of not using the stats alone to make decisions. The reason for that is because stats alone do not tell you the whole story. It is imperative you understand the WHY’s behind the numbers. If not you will fall into the hidden land mind that these reports and matrices create. You will make choices based on half a picture and unless you get lucky you will more often than not make the wrong choice. As we all know making the wrong choice can have grave consequences. So please remember to avoid these land mines, Find out the why before you make a decision.