1. Clarify the Need for dashboards in the Organization
A good dashboard does not start from structure, but from people. Many organizations benefit from setting up dashboards targeted at specific departments or competence groups that share work patterns and needs.
2. Designate the Right Homepage Administrators
Homepages often become most relevant when they are set up by individuals with insight into the organization. Administrators with knowledge of departments and competence groups typically have the best qualifications to create homepages that match users’ needs and the reality they work in.
3. Minimize Content
When creating a new dashboard, it can be tempting to include many elements that all seem important. Instead, start by focusing on the most central. A simple and clear homepage makes it easier to navigate.
4. Place the Most Important Content at the Top
Users’ attention is greatest at the top of the page. Therefore, ensure that the most used elements are located here – for example, quick links to central areas, overviews of favorite documents, or direct access to frequently used registrations. The quicker users can orient themselves, the smoother their workflow becomes.
5. Create Space and Variation
Avoid placing too many elements too close together, and ensure there is space between them, so the dashboard feels clear and harmonious. At the same time, work with variation in the size of the elements – let some elements take up more space while others are smaller. This makes the dashboard more visually inviting and easier to navigate.
6. Let the Dashboard Reflect the Organization’s Values
Dashboards can also help strengthen the organization’s identity. By using images and visual elements, the dashboard can reflect culture, values, and a common direction.
7. Adjust Continuously – Needs Change
Dashboards should not be static. Organizations evolve, and so do users’ needs. Therefore, it is a good idea to regularly gather feedback, assess whether elements are placed appropriately, and remove content that no longer adds value. Small adjustments can make a big difference in the user experience.