Strategy Spotlight: Summer Prep for Smarter Fall Decisions with Rapid Insight’s Predict

June 26, 2025 | 1:00-2:00PM ET

Session Overview

This session offered a practical, approachable introduction to predictive modeling with Rapid Insight’s Predict tool—perfect for IR professionals looking to make smarter, faster decisions this fall. We explored how to get started (even with incomplete data), built a sample model live, and shared real-world ideas for how predictive modeling can support strategic planning across campus.

Tips for Getting Started

You’re likely already doing much of the work modeling requires—collecting, cleaning, and organizing data. Start small and iterate over time.

Best practices:

• Use 3–5 years of data if possible
• Partner with subject matter experts
• Watch out for common pitfalls like misaligned or sparse data
• No perfect dataset? No problem—just start with what you have

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