What Is a Composite Indicator and How to Use It

A composite indicator crosses two or more variables to produce a result — a rate, a ratio, a percentage — rather than displaying a single value taken straight from a field.

Why single-field indicators run out

Plenty of the numbers a manager cares about do not exist as a field anywhere.

An approval rate, which is approvals divided by requests
A conversion rate across two pipeline stages
Average ticket value, derived from revenue and volume
Any ratio that would otherwise be calculated by hand

Classic model versus customized model

Model	What it shows	Suited for
Classic	The result plus the underlying variables beneath it	When readers need to see how the figure was reached
Customized	The result alone, fully styled	Clean panels where only the outcome matters

How to configure it in Jestor

Open the composite indicator's edit view in Jestor.
Define the calculation — for example, dividing one variable by another, with filters applied.
Choose the model: classic, which keeps the variables visible, or customized.
Set the format — percentage, currency, or abbreviated — and the decimal places.
Apply alignment, background colour, title highlight, and data colour.

Why choose Jestor for calculated metrics?

Jestor gives composite indicators the same styling engine as simple ones, so format, decimals, and conditional colour behave identically across a panel.

The classic model was not removed when the customized option arrived — it remains available and gained the same upgrades, so existing dashboards keep working while new ones get more control.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference from a simple indicator?

A composite crosses more than one variable; a simple one shows a single field value.

Can I still see the underlying variables?

Yes, using the classic model. See jestor.com.

Can I apply filters to the calculation?

Yes, filters apply to the variables used.

Video Tutorial: Step by Step

Check out other practical tutorials on the Jestor YouTube channel.

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