Modern IT Architecture background

CTO & Co-Founder

Martin Sherwood

A Cloud Solutions Architect with twenty-three years of experience, specialising in the design, development, and delivery of Data Analytics and AI Platform Solutions on Microsoft Azure.

An Architect's Approach

Expert in Data & AI Architecture

As a Data and AI Architect, Martin combines technologies to design and manage data and AI architectures for clients. He works closely with stakeholders to understand their business needs and develop strategies for how data and AI can be used to meet them. His role involves creating detailed architectural designs, selecting appropriate data and AI models, and overseeing the complete implementation of projects.

Drawing on his background as a Principal Consultant and Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft, Martin brings a passion for developing robust, scalable, and secure solutions to every engagement, ensuring every Orion Data project is built on a foundation of proven success and industry best practice.

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Industry Accreditations
Industry-validated expertise
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Years
Data & AI Leadership
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Enterprise Cloud Data & AI Solutions
Architected & Deployed since 2015
Our Commitment

The Orion Standard

Certified Expertise

Solutions are delivered by industry certified professionals. We do not use generalists. This guarantees a deep understanding of the technology and its practical application to solve your business challenges.

Architecture First

Data platforms are engineered for security, scalability, and performance from day one. A solid foundation ensures that your analytics solutions are not only powerful but also reliable and future proof.

True Partnership

We work collaboratively with you. Our goal is to build solutions that are not just technically excellent, but also practical and sustainable for your team to manage long after the project is complete.

Azure Solutions Architect Expert
45+ Industry Certifications
Enterprise & Gov Trusted
Ex-Microsoft Cloud Architect
25+ Years Data Experience
AI & DataOps Expert
Microsoft Fabric Specialist
Azure Solutions Architect Expert
45+ Industry Certifications
Enterprise & Gov Trusted
Ex-Microsoft Cloud Architect
25+ Years Data Experience
AI & DataOps Expert
Microsoft Fabric Specialist
Core Capabilities

How Martin Makes a Difference

Martin's depth of knowledge and connectivity across the data and AI landscape allows him to support clients with a wide range of strategic and technical challenges. Here is how he delivers value:

Strategy & Architecture

Strategic Guidance

Advising on Cloud Adoption (CAF) and Well-Architected Frameworks (WAF).

North Star Architecture

Creating long-term technical blueprints that align with and drive business strategy.

Cloud Architecture

Designing robust, scalable, and secure cloud solutions on the Azure platform.

Private Network LLM Landing Zones

Architecting secure environments for Large Language Model deployment within private networks.

HLD/LLD

Producing detailed High-Level and Low-Level design documents for clear implementation.

Data Platform & Engineering

Microsoft Fabric

Unifying data estates with an all-in-one analytics solution for BI and data science.

Data Lake & Lakehouse

Architecting modern storage solutions that combine data lake flexibility with data warehouse features.

ETL & ELT Pipelines

Developing efficient and reliable data pipelines for extracting, transforming, and loading data.

DevOps & DataOps

Implementing CI/CD and automation to accelerate delivery and improve the quality of data solutions.

Advanced Analytics & AI

Microsoft Fabric AI Solutions

Leveraging Fabric's integrated AI capabilities to drive insights and business intelligence.

Private Network RAG

Building secure Retrieval-Augmented Generation systems within private networks.

Co-Pilot Studio Solutions

Designing and deploying custom copilots tailored to specific business needs.

GenAI & AI Agents

Leveraging Generative AI and LLMs to build intelligent, conversational applications and agents.

Governance & Optimisation

Data Governance

Establishing policies and procedures to ensure data quality, security, and compliance.

Cost Optimisation

Analysing and optimising cloud expenditure to maximise return on investment.

Risk Mitigation

Identifying, assessing, and creating plans to mitigate technical and project risks.

Trusted by Leaders

What Colleagues & Clients Say About Martin

A Proven Track Record with Industry Leaders

True innovation in data is not just about adopting the newest technology. It's about architecting intelligent, resilient systems that empower people and drive measurable outcomes.
— Martin Sherwood, CTO & Co-Founder
Validated by Industry

Accreditations & Certifications

This collection represents a career-long commitment to professional development, validated by the industry's most respected qualifications.

Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate Badge

Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate

Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate

Oct 2025

ID: E5984318F44A15AC

Azure Solutions Architect Expert Badge

Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Jul 2022

ID: 12084869

DevOps Engineer Expert Badge

DevOps Engineer Expert

DevOps Engineer Expert

Jul 2022

ID: 12084869

Microsoft Certified: Fabric Data Engineer Associate Badge

Microsoft Certified: Fabric Data Engineer Associate

Microsoft Certified: Fabric Data Engineer Associate

Jan 2025

ID: 8226E84E3E7FC096

Microsoft Certified: Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate Badge

Microsoft Certified: Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate

Microsoft Certified: Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate

Jan 2025

ID: C34D3C3F8A977AB

Administer a Microsoft Fabric Environment Badge

Administer a Microsoft Fabric Environment

Administer a Microsoft Fabric Environment

Nov 2024

Azure Administrator Associate Badge

Azure Administrator Associate

Azure Administrator Associate

Jul 2022

ID: 12084869

Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate Badge

Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate

Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate

Feb 2021

ID: 12084869

Explore Automated Intelligence Badge

Explore Automated Intelligence

Explore Automated Intelligence

Jan 2025

Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals Badge

Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals

Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals

Dec 2024

ID: 78083195348821D9

Fundamentals of Generative AI Badge

Fundamentals of Generative AI

Fundamentals of Generative AI

Dec 2024

Azure Fundamentals Badge

Azure Fundamentals

Azure Fundamentals

Jul 2022

ID: 12084869

Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions Badge

Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions

Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions

Jul 2022

ID: 12084869

Designing and Implementing Microsoft DevOps Solutions Badge

Designing and Implementing Microsoft DevOps Solutions

Designing and Implementing Microsoft DevOps Solutions

Jan 2022

Microsoft Copilot Studio Badge

Microsoft Copilot Studio

Microsoft Copilot Studio

Sep 2025

ID: B4186B7FE4E4B2AD

Build a natural language processing solution with Azure AI Language Badge

Build a natural language processing solution with Azure AI Language

Build a natural language processing solution with Azure AI Language

Aug 2025

ID: 5D150CA1434E2DBE

Implement a Real-Time Intelligence solution with Microsoft Fabric Badge

Implement a Real-Time Intelligence solution with Microsoft Fabric

Implement a Real-Time Intelligence solution with Microsoft Fabric

Apr 2025

ID: 747498956ADABAC9

Implement a data warehouse in Microsoft Fabric Badge

Implement a data warehouse in Microsoft Fabric

Implement a data warehouse in Microsoft Fabric

Apr 2025

ID: FD8E6DB193B5202C

Real-Time Eventstreams in Microsoft Fabric Badge

Real-Time Eventstreams in Microsoft Fabric

Real-Time Eventstreams in Microsoft Fabric

Apr 2025

Pivotal Cloud Foundry Kubernetes Badge

Pivotal Cloud Foundry Kubernetes

Pivotal Cloud Foundry Kubernetes

Nov 2019

The Open Group Certified: TOGAF® 9 Foundation Badge

The Open Group Certified: TOGAF® 9 Foundation

The Open Group Certified: TOGAF® 9 Foundation

Dec 2017

MCSA: Cloud Platform - Certified 2017 Badge

MCSA: Cloud Platform - Certified 2017

MCSA: Cloud Platform - Certified 2017

Apr 2017

Designing and Implementing Big Data Analytics Solutions Azure Cloud Badge

Designing and Implementing Big Data Analytics Solutions Azure Cloud

Designing and Implementing Big Data Analytics Solutions Azure Cloud

Feb 2017

ID: 12084869

Microsoft Specialist: Designing and Implementing Azure Cloud Data Platform Solutions Badge

Microsoft Specialist: Designing and Implementing Azure Cloud Data Platform Solutions

Microsoft Specialist: Designing and Implementing Azure Cloud Data Platform Solutions

Dec 2016

ID: 12084869

Microsoft Specialist: Designing Business Intelligence Solutions with Microsoft SQL Server Badge

Microsoft Specialist: Designing Business Intelligence Solutions with Microsoft SQL Server

Microsoft Specialist: Designing Business Intelligence Solutions with Microsoft SQL Server

Oct 2016

ID: F366-3308

MCP: Implementing a Data Warehouse with Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Badge

MCP: Implementing a Data Warehouse with Microsoft SQL Server 2012

MCP: Implementing a Data Warehouse with Microsoft SQL Server 2012

Jun 2015

ID: 89952229:1

Programming a Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Database Badge

Programming a Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Database

Programming a Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Database

Jan 2004

ID: 2900066

MCP: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Badge

MCP: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional

MCP: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional

Aug 2003

ID: 29000973

Microsoft Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure Badge

Microsoft Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure

Microsoft Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure

Aug 2003

ID: 2900793

MCP: Designing Security for a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Badge

MCP: Designing Security for a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network

MCP: Designing Security for a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network

Jul 2003

Designing and Implementing Databases with Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Enterprise Edition Badge

Designing and Implementing Databases with Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Enterprise Edition

Designing and Implementing Databases with Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Enterprise Edition

Jan 2003

ID: 2900066

MCDBA: Microsoft Certified Database Administrator Badge

MCDBA: Microsoft Certified Database Administrator

MCDBA: Microsoft Certified Database Administrator

Jan 2003

ID: MCP ID 2900066

MCSE: Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer Badge

MCSE: Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer

MCSE: Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer

Jan 2003

ID: MCP ID 2900066

MCP: Planning and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure Badge

MCP: Planning and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure

MCP: Planning and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure

Jan 2003

ID: 2900793

MCP: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure Badge

MCP: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure

MCP: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure

Jan 2003

ID: 2900793