Geckoboard

Operations Dashboards

• System uptime and status
• Server performance
• Error rates
• Application metrics

Benefits

• Team Alignment: Everyone sees the same metrics
• Accountability: Public display of performance motivates teams
• Quick Decisions: Real-time data enables faster responses
• Reduced Meetings: Metrics are always visible, reducing status meetings
• Focus: Teams stay focused on what matters most
• Celebration: Shared wins when goals are achieved

Use Cases

Office TV Displays

Mount dashboards on TVs throughout the office so teams can see key metrics at a glance without logging into multiple systems.

Remote Teams

Share dashboard links with distributed teams so everyone stays informed regardless of location.

Executive Overviews

C-suite executives can monitor high-level KPIs across all departments from a single dashboard.

Team-Specific Metrics

Create dedicated dashboards for sales, marketing, support, and engineering teams showing metrics relevant to each.

Getting Started

1. Connect Data Sources: Link tools and platforms you use
2. Choose Widgets: Select pre-built widgets or create custom ones
3. Arrange Dashboard: Drag and drop widgets into layout
4. Display: Show on TV screens or share links with team
5. Iterate: Refine metrics based on team feedback

Best Practices

• Limit Metrics: Show only the most important KPIs (5-8 per dashboard)
• Use Color: Green for positive, red for alerts, yellow for warnings
• Update Frequency: Set appropriate refresh rates for each metric
• Team Input: Involve team in deciding which metrics to track
• Regular Reviews: Periodically reassess which metrics matter most

Platform

Cloud-based SaaS platform accessible via:

• Web browsers for dashboard creation
• TV displays for office viewing
• Mobile apps for on-the-go access
• Shared links for team collaboration

Pricing

Geckoboard offers tiered pricing based on number of dashboards and features. Free trial available. Check their website for current pricing plans.