Creating a slow spreadsheet is easy. Creating an efficient spreadsheet requires more thought and application of specific techniques.
Solver Max provides a collection of optimization model examples in Excel (using the Solver and OpenSolver add-ins) and Python.
Only a quarter of survey participants were satisfied with their spreadsheet testing. Their techniques are largely manual and lack formalism.
Do you document your spreadsheets? We use the FizzBuzz word game to illustrate the importance of documenting your spreadsheets.
Your spreadsheets may be disasters in the making. Strive for spreadsheets that are validated, reliable, and auditable.
Once information is loaded into a spreadsheet, it acquires properties that it may not deserve – a process called reification.
Spreadsheet errors are reduced by using good design. Our students do three assignments to acquire good spreadsheet design skills.
See our bibliography of spreadsheet best practice, risk management, errors and testing, and methods for improving spreadsheets.
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