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COVER STORY

What is the most important step in
data analysis for FM?

The rise of regulations in the field
Analysis highlights the increasing importance
Over half the respondents (56%) of adhering to data privacy standards
identified data cleaning as the most critical and practices. Accurate data collection,
step. This underscores its importance in cleaning, and visualisation are key
ensuring data accuracy and reliability, in data analysis, while data
which form the foundation for all security concerns — especially
subsequent analysis and decision-making. breaches and cyber-attacks
— are critical in facility
Experts management today.
Sensitive data related to day-to-day
functions must be protected, emphasising
the importance of securing it. The data
analysis process for facility management
begins with data collection. Accurate
data capture is essential, as errors lead to
incorrect outcomes.
The role of a data analyst is crucial,
especially in interpreting the data. Data
visualisation, such as dashboards or
graphs, helps in presenting the data
effectively, aiding in decision-making.
Data cleaning, also known as data
homogenisation or data massaging,
is important, particularly
when consolidating data from
various sources. Proper
data cleaning ensures
consistency for analysis and
representation.

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