Designers often shy away from using product analytics due to its perceived technical complexity, but when approached in a more accessible manner, it can significantly enhance decision-making processes. Product analytics, as explained by a designer from Mixpanel, provides quantifiable information rapidly, which complements qualitative data by offering insights that interviews alone might miss. For instance, using Mixpanel's Flows report, designers can quickly access numerical data like the number of steps users take, helping them make informed design decisions efficiently. This approach allows designers to adapt products based on actual user behavior, as demonstrated in the redesign of Mixpanel’s dashboard features and multi-metric visualization, which saw increased usage and success post-implementation. Ultimately, combining product analytics with other design tools empowers designers to make informed decisions, leading to improved user experiences and product functionality, while the evolving industry strives to make analytics more accessible and less intimidating for all users.