The easiest way to tell an information-dense story may be graphically. And you don't have to be Leonardo da Vinci to create an effective chart or infographic.
With more companies turning to data visualization to explain difficult or broad topics, a new crop of tools are popping up to make your designs beautiful.
When done correctly, infographics are a powerful tool to tell stories and inform an audience. When done poorly, a brand's integrity comes into question.
When used correctly, analytics can reveal insights about content and websites that are otherwise invisible. But analytics often create a lot of noise with no obvious message, turning a tool that is intended to clarify user experience into a confusing mess of numbers.
Every minute, thousands of Tweets are sent, apps are downloaded and images are posted. Following these digital trails can provide interesting insights into consumer behaviors and needs.
If not done correctly, presentations can come off as dull and flat -- making them difficult to sit through. To get your audience more engaged in what you are saying and pitching, add some visuals to spice it up.