Different teams interpret the same metric differently. How do you resolve this conflict?

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When different teams interpret the same metric differently, I first speak with each team to understand how they are defining and using the metric.
I review the current calculation logic, data sources, and any existing documentation.
Often the difference happens because teams use different filters, time periods, or definitions.
I then bring the key stakeholders together and walk through the metric step-by-step using actual data examples.
We discuss the business objective and agree on a single standard definition that supports reporting needs.
In one project, the sales and finance teams calculated revenue differently due to discount handling.
We aligned on one calculation logic and updated the dashboard accordingly.
Finally, I document the definition in a data dictionary or KPI documentation so everyone uses the same understanding going forward.

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