How is the threshold determined for metrics?

The determination of the threshold for metrics is based on the principle of specificity and the relevance of the metrics to the analysis being conducted. When metrics are most specific, they provide detailed insights into particular areas of interest or performance. By ordering these specific metrics from top to bottom, stakeholders can quickly identify the most critical metrics that warrant closer attention. This ordering allows for a logical flow of information, where the most relevant and specific data is prioritized, facilitating better decision-making and analysis.

In practice, this approach ensures that clarity and focus are maintained, as the most granular data can elucidate trends or issues that might otherwise be obscured in broader metrics. Using a bottom-to-top ordering approach can obscure the significance of these specific metrics, making it harder for analysts to identify key drivers or outliers in the data.