Spreadsheet Based Management
Spreadsheet Based Management is a methodology where spreadsheets (typically using software like Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets) are used as the primary tool for organizing, analyzing, and managing data, processes, or projects in business or technical contexts. It involves creating structured tables, formulas, charts, and macros to handle tasks such as budgeting, scheduling, inventory tracking, or data reporting. This approach is common in small to medium-sized operations or as a transitional solution before implementing more specialized software.
Developers should learn this methodology when working in environments where quick, flexible data manipulation is needed without the overhead of full-scale database systems, such as in startups, freelance projects, or for prototyping. It's particularly useful for tasks like data cleaning, ad-hoc analysis, or creating simple dashboards where spreadsheets provide an accessible interface for non-technical stakeholders. However, it's important to recognize its limitations in scalability and data integrity for larger systems.