An effective way to communicate findings in Excel is by graphing data. Graph the attached sales information, visualizing profit margin trends, and production patterns, and the sales pipeline; enabling decision-makers to grasp concepts of current business practices.
Task 1 Revenue & Profit Margin
Following the directions below create the charts shown. Note to match each chart exactly, including the chart styles, and axis bounds.
Open the file named SC4 Data and then Save As SC4 Sales.
From the Revenue & Profit Margin sheet, create the below Combination Chart.
Move the chart to a new sheet. Name the sheet Combo.
Save your work.
Figure 4.36 Combination Chart
Task 2 Quartly Production Data
Create the Pie Chart below showing how many locations will be producing products in the North, South, East and West Regions.
From the Products sheet create the below chart.
Move the chart to a new sheet. Name the sheet Doughnut.
Save your work.
Figure 4.37 Doughnut Chart
Task 3 Sales Pipeline
Create the below Funnel Chart to provide our sales team a visual snapshot of the company’s sales process, outlining deals that are expected to close within the month.
From the Sales sheet, create the below Funnel Chart.
Note to leave the chart embedded in the sheet. Resize, and move the chart accordingly.
Figure 4.38 Funnel Chart
Finalize the Workbook
Reorder the worksheets in this order: Combo, Doughnut, Sales, Revenue & Profit Margin, Products.
Adjust scaling so all sheets print on one page.
Check the spelling on all the worksheets and make any necessary changes.
Save your work and submit SC4Sales as directed by your instructor.