In an era where data has become the new oil, the ability to navigate through the complex networks of interconnected information is nothing short of a superpower. Emerging from the forefront of technological innovation, a new tool has been unveiled that promises to revolutionize the way we visualize and interact with network data – meet Collaboration Spotting X.

Published in the 2021 Eighth International Conference on Social Network Analysis, Management, and Security (SNAMS) by IEEE, the academic article titled “Collaboration Spotting X – A Visual Network Exploration Tool” co-authored by Jean-Marie Le Goff, co-CEO of Dtangle, alongside Aleksandar Bobic and Christian Guetl, heralds a new era in visual analytics.

The last decade has seen a monumental surge in connected data, opening up new vistas of insights and decision-making tools across various industries. However, despite the immense potential, the majority of existing visual analytics solutions remain closed-source, unavailable, or stagnated in development.


What is Collaboration Spotting X?

Collaboration Spotting X emerges as a beacon of innovation, designed to mitigate the limitations of current analytics tools. It is a network-based, interactive visual analytics, and information retrieval tool prototype, enabling users to navigate the intricate pathways of connected network datasets effortlessly. From social network data to bibliometric data, Collaboration Spotting X unveils a new dimension of exploration through multiple visual cues and interactions.


Evaluation and User Perception

A detailed study involving 37 computer science graduate students revealed the practicality and effectiveness of Collaboration Spotting X. The tool was largely perceived as a valuable asset in completing tasks through visualization and interaction, underscoring its potential in the realms of data analytics.

The study not only highlighted the positive reception of Collaboration Spotting X but also opened doors to improvements. It uncovered various aspects that, when fine-tuned, could enhance user experience, reduce negative emotions during usage, and improve overall usability scores.


Dtangle and Collaboration Spotting X

At Dtangle, we are thrilled to integrate the innovative capabilities of Collaboration Spotting X into our platform. With our SaaS-based solution grounded in this robust

technology, we aim to bring the brilliance of open-source advancements and the meticulous expertise of our team to businesses and individual users alike. Our vision aligns seamlessly with the ingenuity of Collaboration Spotting X, allowing us to offer enhanced data visualization, analytics, and a rich user experience that transcends traditional boundaries.


The Future is Bright

With Collaboration Spotting X at the core, Dtangle is poised to usher in a new era of data analytics, where complexity is unraveled, and clarity prevails. Our users will benefit from a tool that is not only powerful in its analytics capabilities but also empathetic to the user’s needs, ensuring an intuitive and enriching user experience.


Embark on a Journey of Discovery

We invite you to join us on this exciting journey as we reimagine the possibilities of visual analytics. Experience the transformative power of Collaboration Spotting X integrated within Dtangle’s unique offerings, and let’s explore the boundless landscapes of data insights together.


Bobic, A., Le Goff, J. M., & Gütl, C. (2021). Collaboration Spotting X-A Visual Network Exploration Tool. In in Proceedings of the The Eighth International Conference on Social Networks Analysis, Management and Security: SNAMS 2021. Presentation Video