We started with the letter "m" and built it on a strict column grid, where every stroke shares the same width and every curve comes from the same circular construction. For an analytics product, trust comes from structure, so we wanted precision to be something people can see in the logo. We explored sharper geometric forms that are common in data brands, but they felt cold and intimidating, so we chose structured, rounded arches instead. That meant trading some technical edge for approachability, because Metive's users are business leaders, not data engineers. For color, we kept the palette within one hue family: