Parallel sets horizontal

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Alluvial diagram (when showing change over time)

This is a chart that shows how items move or flow between different categories, where the width of each band represents the number of items in each category. You can also use it to compare across time.

Tips for use and when NOT to use

Use colour and the width of the bands to represent the size of the flows. Show the flows horizontally if you want to illustrate change over time. Don't use if the flows between categories are complex or you have a lot of categories.

Use case / Examples

1. To visualise the flow of talent between different companies in a specific industry.
2. To visualise the flow of talent between different departments within a company over time.

Question example:

In your company, how do employees typically move between different roles?

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