Amidst a world of increasing regulatory scrutiny, higher workloads, and growing costs, Damage Prevention teams are quickly learning the importance of data analytics. As monies associated with the 2021 Infrastructure Bill start to hit communities around North America, 811 ticket requests volumes continue to rise. Many damage prevention teams are limited in the ease of access they have to data. Members of their teams may spend hours a week putting their best Excel skills to work to pull together the metrics that matter to their teams and senior management. Even worse, many may feel that they are flying blind in this area. These challenges are bringing the importance of data intelligence to the forefront of discussions in the damage prevention industry. At KorTerra, we believe that data analytics is the key to making informed decisions, improving operational efficiency, and reducing risks. In this beginner’s guide, we’ll walk you through the importance, benefits, and practical applications of data analytics, and how it can transform your damage prevention efforts for the better.