How to use the DigitalNZ metrics dashboard

The DigitalNZ metrics dashboard gives content partners an insight into collections, stories, and user interactions across the DigitalNZ platform.

1. Select a collection and a date range

Use the dashboard to find metrics about the different collections DigitalNZ brings together.

The DigitalNZ metrics dashboard

Begin by clicking on ‘All collections’ to choose a collection (some organisations have more than one), then define the date range. Select different date ranges to compare activity over time.

Export the data as a CSV file for your own analysis or reporting.

2. Explore the metrics

View up-to-date statistics on total items, new additions, public stories, and user interactions. The metrics provided include:

  • What’s new
    The number of new items added to DigitalNZ during a selected time period.

  • Items
    The total number of items available through the DigitalNZ API. This includes items that are not discoverable through the website.

  • Interactions
    The number of times a user has clicked through to the content source, or added an item to a story

  • Views and impressions
    The total number of times items have appeared in search results, been viewed in stories, or accessed via full item detail pages.

  • Stories
    The total number of public stories created. Stories with a status of ‘hidden’ or ‘private’ are not included in this number.

Still have questions? Contact the team at info@digitalnz.org.