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Table 12.1
Comparison of Materials for Sponsor and Analyst Presentations
Presentation
Component
Project Sponsor
Presentation
Analyst Presentation
Project Goals
List top 3-5 agreed-upon goals.
Main Findings
Emphasize key messages.
Approach
High-level methodology
Relevant details on modeling
techniques and technology
Model Description Overview of the modeling technique
Key Points
Supported with
Data
High-level
methodology
Support key points
with simple charts and
graphics (example:
bar charts).
Show details to support the key
points.
Analyst-oriented charts and graphs,
such as ROC curves and histograms
Visuals of key variables and
significance of each
Model Details
Omit this section, or
discuss only at a high
level.
Show the code or main logic of the
model, and include model type,
variables, and technology used to
execute the model and score data.
Identify key variables and impact of
each.
Describe expected model
performance and any caveats.
Detailed description of the modeling
technique
Discuss variables, scope, and
predictive power.
Recommendations Focus on business
impact, including risks
and ROI.
Give the sponsor
salient points to help
her evangelize work
within the
organization.
Supplement recommendations with
implications for the modeling or for
deploying in a production
environment.
