Data-Driven Decisions: A Practical Toolkit for Library and Information Professionals is a simple, jargon-free guide to using data for decision-making in library and information services. Starting with the fundamentals, readers will develop knowledge and practical skills around data use and will be comfortable with the range of data resources and applications available to them. The book then walks readers through each state of implementing, reviewing and using data-driven decisions, providing accessible visualisations, top tips and tools to support readers on their data journey. Key coverage includes: The need for data-driven decisions in libraries, An understanding of when and how to use data in a practical setting, The data-driven decision model, Manual and automated data collection and storage, Mapping data for in-depth analysis, Analysing and drawing conclusions from data, Case studies and real-life application of the data-driven decisions model. Written in a practical and accessible style, Data-Driven Decisions is an essential resource for librarians and information professionals. Appealing to new and experienced data users alike, it offers a unique approach to data-driven decisions, a guide for understanding, a manual for implementation and a common language for use across your organisation. Book jacket.