Smart Sheets: Enhancing Forensic Workflows with Excel and AI

  • Workshop

Smart Sheets: Enhancing Forensic Workflows with Excel and AI

  • October 25, 2026 //
  • 8:30 am -
  • 5:00 pm //
  • Rhode Island Convention Center

Description:

This interactive workshop demonstrates how Microsoft Excel can elevate forensic analysis through smart data organization, user-friendly interface design, and AI-assisted learning and development. Participants will be introduced to the possibilities of Excel in a forensic setting and will explore practical techniques for importing and structuring forensic data, designing intuitive spreadsheet interfaces, and using AI tools to boost Excel proficiency and efficiency. Attendees are encouraged to bring or submit their own spreadsheets for discussion, feedback, and collaborative problem-solving.

 

Learning Outcomes:

  • Discover how Excel functions and design principles can be applied to create effective, user-friendly forensic spreadsheets and worksheets.
  • Learn techniques for importing, cleaning, and organizing data to support analysis, reporting, and decision making.
  • Explore AI-powered tools that enhance Excel learning, streamline workflows, and improve analytical capabilities.
  • Participate in collaborative review and discussion of real-world spreadsheet challenges submitted by attendees.

 

Intended Audience:

This workshop is designed for forensic laboratory professionals who want to enhance their Excel skills and better understand its applications in forensic analysis. Ideal participants
include:

  • Forensic analysts seeking to improve data handling, reporting, and analytical efficiency. Supervisors and technical leaders interested in streamlining workflows and improving data presentation.
  • Laboratory administrators and quality managers aiming to optimize data organization, audit trails, and documentation.
  • IT support staff or LIMS administrators who assist with data integration and spreadsheet-based tools.
  • Educators and trainers developing materials or teaching forensic data analysis.

Recommended Prerequisites or Requirements:

  • Basic familiarity with Excel is required.
  • Participants are encouraged to bring sample spreadsheets or submit them in advance for collaborative review.
  • A laptop with Excel installed is recommended for hands-on participation.
  • Familiarity with forensic workflows or data types .

Description:

This interactive workshop demonstrates how Microsoft Excel can elevate forensic analysis through smart data organization, user-friendly interface design, and AI-assisted learning and development. Participants will be introduced to the possibilities of Excel in a forensic setting and will explore practical techniques for importing and structuring forensic data, designing intuitive spreadsheet interfaces, and using AI tools to boost Excel proficiency and efficiency. Attendees are encouraged to bring or submit their own spreadsheets for discussion, feedback, and collaborative problem-solving.

 

Learning Outcomes:

  • Discover how Excel functions and design principles can be applied to create effective, user-friendly forensic spreadsheets and worksheets.
  • Learn techniques for importing, cleaning, and organizing data to support analysis, reporting, and decision making.
  • Explore AI-powered tools that enhance Excel learning, streamline workflows, and improve analytical capabilities.
  • Participate in collaborative review and discussion of real-world spreadsheet challenges submitted by attendees.

 

Intended Audience:

This workshop is designed for forensic laboratory professionals who want to enhance their Excel skills and better understand its applications in forensic analysis. Ideal participants
include:

  • Forensic analysts seeking to improve data handling, reporting, and analytical efficiency. Supervisors and technical leaders interested in streamlining workflows and improving data presentation.
  • Laboratory administrators and quality managers aiming to optimize data organization, audit trails, and documentation.
  • IT support staff or LIMS administrators who assist with data integration and spreadsheet-based tools.
  • Educators and trainers developing materials or teaching forensic data analysis.

Recommended Prerequisites or Requirements:

  • Basic familiarity with Excel is required.
  • Participants are encouraged to bring sample spreadsheets or submit them in advance for collaborative review.
  • A laptop with Excel installed is recommended for hands-on participation.
  • Familiarity with forensic workflows or data types .

Pricing:


  • Standard Registration$425

Fees include printed workshop materials, breakfast, lunch, and breaks

  • Early Registration
  • $250.00
  • Standard Registration (after July 15)
  • $295.00
  • Student Registration$195.00
  • $195.00

Workshop currently at capacity. A waitlist is available to join on our registration page.

Brought to you by

Worldwide Association of Women Forensic Experts

Chair

Daniel Russell

Oklahoma City Police Department Forensic DNA Laboratory

Over the past two decades, Dan has developed a deep passion for using Microsoft Excel to enhance laboratory operations, analysis workflows, decision-making, sample processing, and research. He has designed multiple Excel-based systems that have improved his lab’s efficiency and data reporting capabilities.

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