Analytics and results
Cohort
Also known as: cohort · cohort analysis
An audience group sharing an event or relationship start time.
A practical example
A team compares customers acquired in two different months.
What should I know?
Cohorts may have different acquisition conditions and observation lengths.
Analytics and results in practice
Before comparing numbers, check definitions, periods, sources, and denominators. Separate observation from proof of an action's impact. A metric should support business decisions, not just look good in a report.
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Documentation and further reading
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