Mastering Data Visualization for Cost Professionals with Andy Kirk: From Charts to Storytelling

In this episode, I had the privilege of speaking with Andy Kirk, a leading data visualization expert and founder of Visualising Data Ltd. Andy shares his unique journey into the world of data visualization and its growing importance for companies and individual professionals. This episode is a must-listen for cost estimators, cost analysts, and project professionals looking to leverage data visualization in their work.

We cover a wide range of topics, including:

• Andy’s Journey into Data Visualization
• The Critical Role of Data Visualization in Major Companies like Apple.
• Using Charts and Visuals to Effectively Communicate Cost Data.
• Evolution of Teaching Approaches in Data Visualization.
• Profiles of Professionals Training in Data Visualization.
• The Rising Importance of Data Storytelling and How to Develop These Skills.
• Editorial Thinking and Making Informed Judgments in Data Visualization.
• Core Principles of Data Visualization and Key Themes from Andy’s Book.
• Understanding Your Audience When Visualizing Cost Data.

Andy also discusses his experiences teaching data visualization at prestigious institutions such as Imperial College and UCL, and provides insights from his 'Explore Explain' podcast series.

The upcoming book: Data Visualisation: A Handbook for Data Driven Design: Amazon.co.uk: Kirk, Andy: 9781529626544: Books
His website: https://visualisingdata.com/about/
Explore Explain podcast series: https://www.youtube.com/c/ExploreExplain/videos?app=desktop

Key Topics Covered:

• Andy Kirk's journey and career in data visualization
• The impact of data visualization on major companies like Apple
• Best practices for using charts and visuals in cost data
• Evolution of data visualization teaching methods
• Profiles of data visualization learners
• Development of data storytelling skills
• Editorial thinking and judgment in data visualization
• Principles and key themes from 'Visualising Data: A Handbook for Data Driven Design'
• Audience-centric approaches to visualizing cost data

Link to the ICEAA and SCAF training symposium in tLondon on the 19th and 20th September 2024: https://www.iceaaonline.com/its2024/

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