ASSIGNMENT 3 2024
UNIQUE NO.592440
DUE DATE: 10 SEPTEMBER 2024
, AIN3701
Assignment 3 2024
Unique number: 592440
Due date: 10 September 2024
Automation and data analysis
PREVIEW
a.)
Step 1: Open and Prepare the Provided File
1. Download the File: Ensure you have the "Assignment_3.xlsx" file provided by
your course.
2. Open in Excel: Open the file in Microsoft Excel 365.
Step 2: Set Up Worksheets
1. Workings Worksheet: Create or use an existing worksheet labeled "Workings"
where all calculations and data manipulations will be done.
2. Dashboard Worksheet: Create a separate worksheet for the actual visual
dashboard.
UNISA@2024
, a.)
Step 1: Open and Prepare the Provided File
3. Download the File: Ensure you have the "Assignment_3.xlsx" file provided by
your course.
4. Open in Excel: Open the file in Microsoft Excel 365.
Step 2: Set Up Worksheets
3. Workings Worksheet: Create or use an existing worksheet labeled "Workings"
where all calculations and data manipulations will be done.
4. Dashboard Worksheet: Create a separate worksheet for the actual visual
dashboard.
Step 3: Import and Organize Data
1. Input Data: Ensure all sales data is correctly entered into the workbook,
categorized by product and month.
2. Organize Data: Structure your data to make it easier to reference in your
formulas and charts.
Step 4: Build the Dashboard Components
1. Yearly Trend Graph (All Categories):
Insert a line chart that shows the sales trends over the months for all product
categories.
Use formulas (e.g., SUMIF , INDEX , MATCH ) to gather and structure the data
dynamically.
2. Ranking of Categories: