Warehouses, lakes, lake houses and self-service

In the previous blog, we discussed the five stages an organization will go through when embarking on a data journey, in search of the value of its data. In this subsequent blog, we provide you with a brief overview of the typical components that comprise a data analytics platform needed for that. We will refrain […]

Five stages in leveraging the organization’s data

Nowadays most organizations do acknowledge the importance of using their data to optimize the way they run their business. With visions of optimized operations, streamlined strategies, and sharper decisions-making, budgets are allocated for the initiation of data analytics projects. On day 1, typically the following questions are raised: What data do you have? What insights […]

It’s the colours, stupid! (Part 3)

In the first part of this blog series, we explained how the color wheel works, based on 12 main colors and the different colour hues, tints, tones and shades. For those who missed this blog, see https://m2-d2.com/en/its-the-colours-stupid-part-1/. In part two of this blog series, we discussed seven common color schemes,. Including some pros and cons […]

It’s the colours, stupid! (Part 2)

In the previous part of this blog series, we explained how the colour wheel works, based on 12 main colours and the different colour hues, tints, tones and shades. For those who missed this blog, see https://m2-d2.com/en/its-the-colours-stupid-part-1/. In this blog we will elaborate on seven common colour schemes. When selecting colours for a colour scheme, […]

It’s the colours, stupid! (Part 1)

One of the most powerful tools available to graphic designers: colour! Colour is an essential component that can set the tone, convey emotions, and even affect the viewer’s behaviour. The study of colour theory helps creative artists across different callings make informed choices about using colour effectively: in websites, packaging, logos, prints and interiors. In […]

Can you take over? (part 3)

The text below has been anonymised. The exact names of people and companies are irrelevant. The blog is written to share lessons learned. In part 1 of this blog series, we explained what happened after Jan’s “cry for help”, and Jan’s company. For those who missed that, see https://m2-d2.com/en/can-you-take-over-part-1/. In part 2 we picked up […]

Can you take over? (part 2)

The text below has been anonymised. The exact names of people and companies are irrelevant. The blog is written to share lessons learned. In part 1 of this blog series, we explained what happened after Jan’s “cry for help”, and Jan’s company. For those who missed that, see https://m2-d2.com/en/can-you-take-over-part-1/. In this second part we pick […]

Can you take over? (part 1)

The text below has been anonymised. The exact names of people and companies are irrelevant. The blog is written to share lessons learned. The phone rings. It is the end of September 2022. I answer and I hear the voice of an old acquaintance. Let’s call him John. After the usual “hey, how are you?” […]