Knowledge Fika Episode 22: A Caffeine infused chat about KM, AI and the power of visualization - Marko Wathen
Jul 22, 2025
Marko Wathen, founder of Aigui and an experienced consultant in project management and AI tools, shares his journey from finance to innovating knowledge visualization. He discusses how visual interfaces can streamline AI interactions, making complex information more digestible. The conversation highlights the evolution of project management, advocating for Kanban's adaptability. Additionally, Marko's side project emphasizes sustainable coffee solutions, reflecting his passion for Nordic coffee culture. It's a mix of innovation, coffee enthusiasm, and insightful ideas!
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Marco's Journey to KM
- Marco Wathen started in IT in 1998 and moved through various fields including marketing and startups.
- His knowledge management interest began observing inefficiencies at a Finnish bank in 2014.
Why Visuals Beat Text
- Humans process visual information 60,000 times faster than text-based information.
- Miller's Law states humans can hold about 7 ± 2 items in working memory simultaneously.
The Cost of Context Switching
- Rebecca studied a role at Microsoft where context switching caused high turnover and productivity loss.
- Research shows it takes 23 minutes on average to return to focus after interruption.