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Figure 4: Florida Department of Corrections Dashboard/Performance Measure Categories

The interstate compact visualization tool, devel oped at the program’s onset, tracks reimbursement requests and assists in planning to ensure adequate fund allocation. By monitoring metrics in real-time, it ensures stakeholders involved in extradition processes are properly compensated. This tool enhances financial management, prevents shortfalls and supports efficient interstate operations through transparent and accessible data, contributing to smoother coordination and effec tive resource distribution. The visual tools can effectively demonstrate the impact of programs through compelling charts and graphs, making it easier to communicate successes and areas for improvement to stakeholders.

processes can be streamlined or improved. It helps identify bottlenecks in case processing and spot trends that may indicate the need for process changes (See Figure 4) . Additionally, anomalies can be quickly identified and corrected when visualizing data. For exam ple, by examining patterns in employment and residence verifications, discrepancies can be spotted early. This allows for timely adjustments in supervision strategies or resource allocation, leading to improved efficiency and effectiveness. Programs By leveraging data visualization, Florida Community Corrections is embracing evidence-based practices to enhance the monitoring, evaluation and continuous im provement of their programs, ultimately leading to better outcomes for offenders and the community. Program participation and success rates are at the core of this data visualization. Visual dashboards show the number of offenders enrolled in various programs over time, highlighting trends and patterns in participa tion. This helps leaders identify which programs are attracting participants and which may need additional promotion or support. Charts and graphs display ing outcomes of different programs (e.g., participation rates, completion rates) allow for a clear comparison of

Moreover, data visualization assists in optimizing operational efficiencies by highlighting areas where

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