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Diving Wreck of S.S. Carola

This year’s Skawtræf marked the 46th annual gathering of divers, and it was a memorable one. I had the pleasure of diving the wreck of the S.S. Carola with my buddy Claus Møller. The dive was an easy 33-36 meter descent, offering a fascinating glimpse into maritime history. Historical Background of S.S. Carola The S.S. Carola was a Swedish steamer of 1292 gross register tons, built by Blumer &…

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LO-FI Towards HI-FI: The Shift from TDAI 2175 to SDAI 2170

My hi-fi journey has always been about chasing that sweet spot where technical precision, economy is reasonable, and it meets musical emotion. In this journey has the Lyngdorf TDAI 2175 been a corner stone that balance beautifully in my system. I chose it for its strong performance and uncolored, honest sound. It carried that unmistakable Lyngdorf DNA; clarity, control, and build quality from A…

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Right To Be Forgotten (RTBF)

The Right to Be Forgotten (RTBF), mandated by regulations like GDPR and CCPA, requires organizations to permanently delete personally identifiable information (PII) upon request within a defined timeframe. RTBF in a data lake poses a unique set of challenges, while A data lake is traditionally designed to store all data indefinitely; acting as an immutable storage layer where raw, unaltered data…

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Analytical & Critical Thinking

In my work, I use both analytical and critical thinking, combining them for a balanced approach—analysis provides the facts, while critical thinking ensures proper interpretation and swift, reasoned elimination of solutions. Analytical thinking helps understand how things work, while critical thinking helps decide what to believe or do. Analytical thinking is key to structuring complex problems…

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Collective Stupidity

Never underestimate the power of collective stupidity when enough highly people support a bad idea, it can change how we see things and result in serious, possibly irreversible, negative effects. Karl Albrecht articulated this concept in his “Albrecht’s Law,” from his book Brain Power: Learn to Improve Your Thinking Skills, which states, “Intelligent people, when gathered in an organization,…

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The Cost of Silence

Have you ever participated as a member of a team, gathered in a room, brainstorming for an important business strategy. There’s a lot of silence. Ideas are thrown out, but no one really feels strongly about them. Yet, when it’s time to make a decision, the group agrees on something that no one actually wants. Everyone assumes the others are on board with it, and no one speaks up to voice their…

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Removing Duplicates

Duplicate records are a persistent challenge in data management, leading to inconsistencies, inefficiencies, and reporting errors. To tackle this issue, organizations often rely on deduplication strategies. Two primary approaches exist: Deletion-Based Deduplication and Linkage-Based Deduplication. However, when working with SAP ECC or S/4, removing duplicates can be particularly complex while…

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Five Product Classification Standards

When managing Product Master Data Management (MDM) and Product Information Management (PIM), product classification perhaps the most important aspect. More than often is companies neglecting adapting to external classification standards, and placing their focus on Implementing internal classifications, such as product groupings and hierarchy structures. Five External Standards to rule them…

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When you discover you're riding a dead horse; dismount!

The Dead Horse Theory humorously illustrates how people and organizations resist change by stubbornly sticking to failing strategies. Instead of abandoning a clearly doomed course of action, they double down, often due to sunk costs, bureaucratic inertia, or fear of admitting failure. This concept is also known as “Big Company Sickness” as the larger organization the more often this absurd…

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LO-FI towards HI-FI, Tidal sneaky little you

Admittedly, I have a clear preference for Tidal over other streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music. While all platforms offer extensive music libraries and seamless access to digital content, Tidal consistently stands out to me in terms of sound quality, user experience, and overall listening satisfaction. Whether it’s the superior audio formats, the more dynamic and engaging playback, or…

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The Art of Respecting Your Japanese Knife

In Japan, gifting a knife can symbolize cutting ties, which might be seen as negative. To counteract this, it’s traditional to include a small coin with the knife. The recipient can then “buy” the knife from you by returning the coin, which is believed to cancel out any ill intentions. Suggested listening : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hejQ4D6lg8M Using a Japanese knife is much more than…

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Is a Japanese Knife Really Worth It?

What makes a great knife, and is the extra cost of a Japanese blade justified? At first glance, it might seem counterintuitive to choose a steel that’s more prone to rust over a durable, low-maintenance industrial knife from brands like Victorinox, Wüsthof, or Zwilling. These Western knives offer solid performance, withstand heavy use, and require less upkeep. However, Japanese knives;…

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SAP Databricks and data fabric for operational system support.

I was excited to learn that the recent collaboration between SAP and Databricks has led to the introduction of SAP Databricks, a solution that seamlessly integrates Databricks’ Data Intelligence Platform within the SAP Business Data Cloud.  I do see this integration as being pivotal in enhancing operational systems by providing a unified data fabric that bridges SAP and non-SAP data, thereby…

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Edge of Perfection: My Trio of Japanese Knives

I recently added three Japanese knives to my kitchen, and they are far more than just tools—they are stories forged in steel. Unlike Western-style blades, these knives stand apart with their sheer elegance, mirror-polished precision, and an almost supernatural balance in hand. Their legendary sharpness transforms slicing into an effortless, almost meditative act. It’s not just about cutting; it’s…

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Sometimes, the smartest move is sticking with what works

I’ve been reflecting on why I’m sticking with my trusted workhorse, the A7R III, rather than upgrading to the Sony A7R V. Sure, part of it is the commitment I’ve made with my Nauticam underwater housing—upgrading would set me back another 4,000 € on top of the new camera. But honestly, that’s not the main reason. While newer models might offer more features, when it comes to dynamic range, my top…

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LO-FI towards HI-FI, physics doesn’t lie

Recommended listening while reading this blog : https://tidal.com/artist/12979?u Are you still holding onto the belief that “good things come in small packages”? Not in the world of sound. When it comes to the DALI Helicon 800 MK2, size is everything. Anything less, and you’re just kidding yourself. Delicate nuances to earth-shattering crescendos, big sound takes big hardware, which means doing…

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Master Data - Applying, and change to Processes

Applying change to a master data process is similar to applying changes to any other process but with nuances unique to the nature of master data. The fundamental principles of process change communication, stakeholder buy-in, planning, and continuous improvement apply just as strongly. However, master data processes intersect with multiple systems, departments, and business activities, adding…