Office of Decision Support
A centralized point of access to data and information at Illinois State.
The Office of Decision Support (ODS) empowers Illinois State University through trusted data, analytics, and strategic insight. As the University's central hub for institutional research, business intelligence, data engineering, and data science, ODS delivers reliable information that supports planning, assessment, compliance, and informed decision-making across campus. From enterprise reporting solutions in Power BI and Cognos to customized analyses, training, and data services, we help transform data into knowledge and action. Our mission is to provide a consistent, trusted source of institutional information while advancing a culture of data-informed decision-making and building a strong foundation for future data governance.
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The Office of Decision Support strives to provide our customers with timely, accurate, and clearly presented information.
Data Access and Training
Explore training resources for Cognos and Power BI, including live training sessions and tips for creating and working with reports.