What is Mekko?

Mekko is a software tool designed to aid users in creating powerful and persuasive charts. These charts come with analytical enhancements, making them more effective than traditional PowerPoint or Excel charts for presentations. Notably, Mekko's charts streamline the process as they do not require extensive data manipulation or formatting.

As a service, the Mekko chart, also known as a market map, is recognized for its ability to present a comprehensive view of the market. It is adept at segmenting industries or companies by various factors such as customer, segment, or product, and is particularly effective in driving discussions around growth opportunities or acquisitions. The Mekko chart facilitates a clear understanding of the relationship between individual segments and the whole.

In terms of data handling, the Mekko chart allows the comparison of multiple variables and is suitable for data-intensive presentations. However, it is often criticized for its complexity, as it can be difficult to compare the size of different categories against each other and challenging to read, making it hard to use correctly.

Mekko Plugins for Excel

Understanding Mekko Charts

Mekko charts are a type of charting tool that are known for their effectiveness in presenting insights. They require less data manipulation and formatting compared to traditional PowerPoint and Excel charts. These charts are uniquely persuasive and are equipped with exclusive chart types, analytics features, and productivity features.

Mekko Chart as a Power BI Tool

The Mekko Chart is integrated within Power BI as a versatile charting option. It is designed as both a 100% stacked column chart and a 100% stacked bar chart to capture two dimensions in a single view. This allows for quick analysis of various segment sizes and is visually similar to a treemap, making it particularly useful for business and complex analysis involving multiple variables.

Customization and Analysis with Mekko Chart Plugin

The plugin named Mekko Chart for Power BI enhances the capability to perform segmentation and pattern analysis. This tool is apt for complex business analysis and allows users to effortlessly customize legends, data colors, and data labels to fit their specific analytical needs.

Common Use Cases

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  Analyzing market segment sizes and company performances within those segments
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  Visualizing complex data sets where two sets of percentages need to be represented simultaneously
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  Creating detailed and visually distinct presentations for business or marketing analysis
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  Converting traditional 100% stacked column charts into more informative Mekko charts with variable widths
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  Facilitating the understanding of market dynamics and strategic planning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Mekko plugin and what are its benefits?

The Mekko plugin is an Excel add-in that transforms complex data into insightful presentations, offers unique chart types and analytics, and includes productivity boosters. Benefits include time-saving in data manipulation for chart creation, quick creation of powerful and persuasive charts, simplification of the chart editing process, and educational resources for improving charting skills.

How can I check if Mekko Graphics is installed on my computer?

To check if Mekko Graphics is installed, look in Programs & Features on Windows 7 or 8, or in Apps & Features on Windows 10.

What should I do if Mekko Graphics is installed but not appearing in Excel?

If Mekko Graphics is installed but not appearing, check if it's listed under Inactive or Disabled Application Add-Ins in Excel options. If inactive, manage COM Add-Ins and check the box for Mekko Graphics Add-In. If disabled, manage Disabled Items and enable the add-in.

What steps should I take if Mekko Graphics still doesn't load after enabling it?

If Mekko Graphics does not load after previous steps, you may need to re-install Mekko Graphics and restart your machine.

Who can I contact for support if I have issues with Mekko Graphics?

For support with issues, contact the Mekko Graphics support team via email or their Contact Us page.