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Item Sales

The data model analyzes revenue and costs by product line to evaluate profitability, identifies best-selling items, breaks down sales data by product line for performance analysis, ranks top-selling items by total sales amount, provides a visual representation of sales data segmented by product line, and lists top items based on quantity shipped to assess demand. It includes measures such as Dollars Sold, Cost of Goods Sold, Quantity Shipped, and Quantity Returned.

Benefits of This Data Model​

  • Enhanced Profitability Analysis: The data model allows for a detailed analysis of revenue and costs by product line, aiding in evaluating the profitability of each line.

  • Improved Sales Performance Monitoring: Sales data breakdown by product line enables a comprehensive assessment of performance, facilitating strategic decision-making and identifying areas for improvement.

  • Effective Demand Assessment: The model ranks and lists top items based on quantity shipped, providing insights into demand trends and helping in inventory management and production planning.

  • Visual Sales Insights: The visual representation of sales data segmented by product line in the chart view offers a clear understanding of sales trends, aiding in quick and informed decision-making.

  • Optimized Product Line Evaluation: Through the identification of best-selling items and ranking based on total sales amount, the model enables a structured assessment of product line success and market positioning.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)​

  • Dollars Sold: Total revenue generated from selling items, calculated by multiplying the selling price by the quantity sold.
  • Cost of Goods Sold: Total cost incurred to produce the items that were sold, including materials, labor, and overhead expenses.
  • Quantity Shipped: Total number of items that have been shipped to customers.
  • Quantity Returned: Total number of items that have been returned by customers for various reasons such as defects or dissatisfaction.

Available Visualizations​

View NameDescription
Sales / COGS by Product LineAnalyzes revenue and costs by product line to evaluate profitability.
Top ItemsIdentifies best-selling items based on sales volume or revenue.
Sales by Product LineBreaks down sales data by product line for performance analysis.
Top 10 Items by Dollars SoldRanks top-selling items by total sales amount.
Sales by Product Line ChartVisual representation of sales data segmented by product line.
Top 10 Items by Quantity ShippedLists top items based on quantity shipped to assess demand.