General
deep dive
What does deep dive mean?
An in-depth analysis or close look at a subject, as opposed to a surface-level overview.
"Let's schedule a deep dive on the churn numbers next week."
Origin
Diving metaphor for going below the surface; ubiquitous in analytics and strategy.
Frequently asked questions
What does deep dive mean?
It's a detailed, thorough examination of a topic, as opposed to a quick surface-level overview.
How is deep dive used at work?
People schedule a deep dive to analyse something closely, such as 'let's do a deep dive on the churn numbers'.
Where does the phrase come from?
It's a diving metaphor for going below the surface, now ubiquitous in analytics and strategy discussions.
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