Titto Thommy

The first attempt at anything is rarely perfect. Through experimentation, feedback, and perseverance, the second version can often exceed expectations and have a transformative impact.

Vincent van Gogh, one of the most renowned post-impressionist artists, created three versions of his famous painting “The Bedroom”, and each iteration improved upon the last.

The first version, painted in 1888, was damaged by water and left him dissatisfied. He painted a second version in 1889, refining the perspective and colors, and later created a third version as a gift for his mother and sister, softening the palette to evoke warmth and intimacy. Each iteration showed Van Gogh’s growth as an artist, turning a personal concept into a timeless masterpiece.

Just like Vincent van Gogh’s “The Bedroom” evolved over three versions, a business process often undergoes iterations to achieve its best form:

1. First Version (Basic Framework):
   This is the initial design of the process, built to address a core business need. While functional, it may have inefficiencies or gaps, much like Van Gogh’s first painting, which had strong ideas but needed refinement.
2. Second Version (Refinements):
   After feedback and real-world use, the process is improved—inefficiencies are corrected, steps are streamlined, and better tools or resources may be introduced. Similar to Van Gogh’s second painting, this version builds on the original but incorporates learnings to make it more effective.
3. Third Version (Optimized and Polished):
   With further iteration, the process is optimized for efficiency, scalability, and alignment with business goals. Like Van Gogh’s third version, this final iteration reflects mastery—achieving a balance between purpose, execution, and user experience.

Just as Van Gogh refined “The Bedroom” through feedback, skill, and experimentation, an architect refines a business process by analyzing its flaws, integrating new tools, and iterating based on feedback—transforming it into a polished, efficient, and impactful solution.