Programmer's Bill of Rights

I would say this goes for anyone analyzing data, as well.

Blog post by Jeff Atwood of Coding Horror

1. Every programmer shall have two monitors
2. Every programmer shall have a fast PC
3. Every programmer shall have their choice of mouse and keyboard
4. Every programmer shall have a comfortable chair
5. Every programmer shall have a fast internet connection - Good programmers never write what they can steal.
6. Every programmer shall have quiet working conditions - Programmers cannot work effectively in an interrupt-driven environment.

The few basic rights we're asking for are easy. They aren't extravagant demands. They're fundamental to the quality of work life for a software developer. If the company you work for isn't getting it right, making it right is neither expensive nor difficult. Demand your rights as a programmer! And remember: you can either change your company, or you can change your company.