Awarded to the team of analysts who best showcase their skills in turning complex datasets into an interactive, engaging report that tells the story within the data 

Returning with a new format for 2025, the Analyst Team of the Year is a virtual challenge taking place 11th - 13th February 2025. The task is designed so that it can be completed in one working day but the new format lets your team complete it anytime during the three-day competition window.

Click the ENTER NOW button below to register your team’s intention to participate and you’ll receive the brief in February.

The task

Your team will tackle a realistic case-study-based challenge, where you’ll turn complex datasets into an engaging, interactive deliverable. Using data from the NHS or other published sources, your goal is to load the data into your preferred reporting tool (Excel, Power BI, Qlik, Tableau, etc.) and craft a deliverable that addresses the brief’s requirements.

The datasets provided require no additional cleaning or matching, allowing you to focus on delivering high-quality analysis. This enables you to dive straight into building a report that effectively tells the story and captivates the viewers, encouraging them to explore further.

How does the competition work?

• The dataset will be available to download from 07:30 on Tuesday 11th February, providing you some time for an initial review before the virtual briefing session.
• Join us for a live virtual briefing at 09:30 on Tuesday 11th February. Here, you’ll receive detailed information on the required deliverables and guidance on the judging criteria.
  
• You can use any reporting tool and format you choose, provided the final output is accessible to the judging panel without requiring a license.
• Upload your report by 16:00 on Thursday 13th February and complete the online form specifying your team lineup.

Why take part?

• Showcase your team’s analytical expertise.
• Take part knowing there's a level playing field with all teams tackling the same brief and dataset.
• Work with a hypothetical brief judged anonymously, removing any concerns around commercial sensitivity.
• Enjoy the opportunity for learning, development and team building.
• Gain industry recognition and be in with a chance of wining this prestigious award.

You can view last year’s winners here – click on the VIEW WINNER DETAILS to see screenshots from the winning entry, which will give you an idea of the standard required.

How to enter

Click the ENTER NOW button above to register your team’s intention to participate.

We’ll be in touch before the competition with all the essential details you need.

• Teams may consist of members from one or multiple companies.
• At this stage, you only need to list the companies involved. Individual team member names will be confirmed when you submit your entry.
• Teams may include up to six main team members but you can credit additional supporting team members.

Finalists and Awards Ceremony

Finalists will be announced in April and we'll notify you before the publicity goes live. The winner will be revealed at the BOBI Awards Ceremony on Monday 12th May 2025.

Check out our FAQS AND ENTRY TIPS section for more details on past tasks and additional tips. Make sure to review the Terms and Conditions of Entry.