Common Data Formats | Business Analytics | From A Business Professor

When you hear the word data, what comes to mind? Probably a giant spreadsheet full of numbers, right? Rows, columns, maybe a few charts? But here’s the exciting part: data is everywhere, and it’s not just numbers. Every time you write a product review, post a photo, or watch a video—you’re generating data. Businesses today are swimming in all kinds of information, and knowing how to handle it is a game-changer. In this video, we’ll break down the three most common data formats: numeric, text, and visual data. Each has its own strengths—and knowing when and how to use them can help you make smarter, faster decisions. Let’s dive in!