What is the purpose of the Direction property of an Indicator?

The purpose of the Direction property of an Indicator is to indicate whether scores should ideally increase or decrease. This property is essential for interpreting the performance metrics represented by the Indicator since it helps stakeholders understand the desired outcome. For example, if the Direction is set to indicate that scores should increase, it conveys that higher values are more favorable, which may relate to goals such as revenue growth, customer satisfaction, or efficiency metrics. Conversely, if the Direction indicates that scores should decrease, it would suggest that lower values are preferred, perhaps relating to metrics such as response times or error rates.

By clearly establishing whether an improvement in scores is denoted by an increase or decrease, the Direction property enhances the clarity and effectiveness of data visualization within a dashboard context, ensuring that users can quickly assess performance against set targets.