Explore the Meridian Data File

Meridian Retail Co. · Excel · beginner

The brief

You have been sent the Meridian_Data.xlsx file. Before doing any analysis, take 10 minutes to familiarise yourself with what is in it. How many sheets are there? What columns does the Orders sheet have? What are the distinct order statuses? And what data quality issues can you spot just from browsing?

Document your findings in a new sheet called Data Audit. Flag at least 3 issues.

Independent grading

92/100

Achieved 31 Oct 2026

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