dashboard-design

Design BI dashboards with information architecture and visualization guidelines.

3|Updated May 28, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/mahg-es/araya --skill dashboard-design-mahg-es
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Skill: dashboard-design
Source: https://github.com/mahg-es/araya/tree/main/skills/dashboard-design
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mahg-es/araya --skill dashboard-design-mahg-es

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Dashboards with many widgets, inconsistent charts, and no clear narrative overwhelm users and obscure insights. This skill designs dashboards with a clear information hierarchy, the right visualizations for each data type, and progressive disclosure—from executive summary to granular detail.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Information architecture guidance to structure dashboards around decision questions.
  • Visualization selection rules mapping data types to effective charts and layouts.
  • UX best practices for consistency, readability, and actionable drill-downs.
  • Use cases: executive overviews, KPI dashboards, and product or operations dashboards.

Quick Start

Provide the business questions and data sources, and I will generate a complete dashboard blueprint ready for implementation.

Frequently Asked Questions about dashboard-design

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I design a BI dashboard that highlights actionable insights instead of overwhelming users with widgets?

To design a BI dashboard with actionable insights, structure the information hierarchy around specific business questions and apply progressive disclosure. This approach guides users from executive summaries down to granular data details clearly.

What is the best way to choose visualizations for a KPI dashboard?

The best way to choose KPI dashboard visualizations is mapping specific data types to effective charts using consistent selection rules. This ensures readability and translates raw metrics into fast, actionable insights for users.

How do I structure dashboard information architecture around executive decision questions?

Structure dashboard information architecture by aligning data sources directly to executive decision questions. This method builds a clear narrative, ensuring the layout supports consistent operations and product analytics workflows.

Can I use this dashboard design approach for domain-specific analytics and diverse data sources?

Yes, you can apply this dashboard design approach to domain-specific analytics across diverse data sources. It outlines UX constraints and visualization guidelines ensuring consistency and scalability for any specialized operational context.

What do I need to provide to generate a complete dashboard blueprint?

To generate a complete dashboard blueprint, you need to provide your business questions and data sources. The skill then outputs a comprehensive design ready for implementation.

Why does my current dashboard design obscure insights and fail to tell a clear data story?

Dashboard designs obscure insights when they lack a clear data story, use inconsistent charts, and miss a defined information hierarchy. Applying progressive disclosure and UX best practices fixes this by clarifying the narrative.