Lay the groundwork. Build with intention. Set the stage for success.
Strong operations start with strong foundations. AIR Data & Decisions Consulting offers expert Set-Up and Planning services to help institutions design effective practices, procedures, and reporting structures that align with strategic goals. Whether you are launching a new office, expanding existing functions, or formalizing critical processes, we help you build systems that support sustainable, data-informed decision-making.
Our experienced consultants work alongside you to define clear structures, streamline workflows, and establish practices that maximize both efficiency and impact—ensuring you are positioned for long-term success.
Explore Services
The following services are recommended for individual institutions.
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Accreditation and Assessment Self-Study Report Review
Strengthen your self-study before it counts. Through Accreditation and Assessment Self-Study Report Review, you receive independent, expert feedback to align your narrative with accreditor expectations, sharpen evidence, and improve clarity—giving you greater confidence ahead of submission.
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IR/IE Office Planning
Establish a strong foundation for your IR or IE office. Through IR/IE Office Planning and Setup, you design organizational structures, workflows, and best practices that align with your institution’s strategic goals and support sustainable, high-impact data operations.
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Data-Informed Decision Planning Support
Use your data to make better decisions, faster. Through Data-Informed Decision Planning Support, you clarify key questions, analyze relevant data, and translate findings into actionable insights that strengthen programs, refine processes, and guide institutional strategy.
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Reporting Set-Up and Planning
Design a reporting function that meets your institution’s compliance, planning, and decision-making needs. Through Reporting Set-Up and Planning, you build a strong foundation for managing key reporting cycles like IPEDS and PDP, supported by clear processes, timelines, and internal structures.
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Data Governance Planning
Establish a strong framework for managing and protecting your institutional data. Through Data Governance Planning, you design structures, roles, practices, and documentation that promote data quality, consistency, and trust across the institution.
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Data Visualization Review
Evaluate the effectiveness of your dashboards and data visualizations. Through Data Visualization Review, you assess design, usability, audience alignment, and impact—receiving clear, specific recommendations to enhance functionality, improve engagement, and ensure your visual tools meet institutional needs.
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Data Visualization Planning
Plan and design dashboards and visualizations that meet your institution’s needs. Through Data Visualization Planning, you analyze common data requests, gather input from users, align with institutional goals, and apply best practices to create visual tools that drive understanding, transparency, and action.
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Tools and Technologies Set-Up and Planning
Set up and plan your use of data tools like Excel, Power BI, and Tableau to maximize their impact. Implement platforms strategically, align them with your institutional goals, and ensure they support strong data usability, reporting efficiency, and decision-making.
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Don’t see what you’re looking for? Reach out to consulting@airweb.org to start the conversation about your specific needs.