Columns for Web

Product snapshot

Columns is a collaborative platform for visual data analysis that uses AI to speed up chart creation and teamwork. It enables teams to build polished visual reports together, in real time, using conversational inputs and voice. Managing datasets and producing self-service data narratives is simplified through granular permission settings and an organized data catalog.

Live collaboration and inputs

Team members can co-edit dashboards and visualizations simultaneously. Instead of relying solely on menus, users can describe what they want in plain text or through speech to generate or modify charts instantly, which keeps group workflows fluid and immediate.

Permissions and data organization

The platform provides detailed access controls so administrators can define who can view, edit, or publish content. A centralized data catalog makes it easier for users to discover datasets and assemble stories from the data without constant help from engineers.

Conversational charting with GPT-3

Columns includes a conversational assistant powered by GPT-3 that turns queries into visualizations on the fly. For example, asking for the highest-GDP countries or population rankings will produce ready-to-view charts based on the query. This reduces the friction between question and insight.

Templates, tools, and chart types

• Scatter plots for relationship analysis and distribution checks
• Line charts to show trends over time
• Bar charts for categorical comparisons and rankings
• A library of templates and pre-built utilities to jumpstart common analyses

Integrations and workflow connectors

• GitHub integration for version control and repo-linked data workflows
• Slack integration to share snapshots and get alerts directly in team channels

These connections help keep analysis aligned with existing team processes and improve data governance across tools.

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