Members
Charge
The Data Visualization Task Force explores, tests, and creates documentation and best practices for using data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau) with CSU library systems (e.g., Alma and Primo).
Vision
The vision of this group is to facilitate the creation of an accessible, shareable, and scaleable data visualization system or platform that can be used to generate intuitive and beautiful data visualizations to better understand how library collections and systems are being used. These visualizations will be shared with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. Protecting user privacy, while facilitating visualizations that help the CSU understand the return on investment of its collections and systems are essential components of this project.
Scope
The preliminary scope of this project involves creating visualizations from data available through Alma and Primo analytics. However, this task force will be mindful of and develop infrastructure for visualizing data from other library systems that are common across the CSU, including (but not limited to) data from EZProxy logs, Google Analytics, ILLiad/InterLibrary Loan, gate counting/physical space tracking software, LibAnswers or reference tracking data, and data related to teaching, learning, and assessment across the CSU.
Deliverables and Timeline
- Needs Assessment for Data Visualization Solution for the CSU System
- Data Visualization Software Landscape and Recommendation, including (but not limited) to:
- Tableau
- LibInsight (SpringShare)
- SuperSet
- Recommendation for additional staffing for data visualization projects at the Chancellor's Office, including exploration of potential external funding sources/grants to facilitate resources