12th August 2026
The August test
Peak season exposes the systems that cope fine the rest of the year. How to spot the signs while they’re happening - and what to do before next summer.
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16th June 2026
What does custom software cost for a small business – and is it worth it?
A straight answer to what custom software actually costs - what affects the price, rough ranges from past projects, and an honest take on when it isn’t worth building at all.
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8th June 2026
6 ways we ensure consistency in every custom build
No two of our builds are ever the same. Six things always are. Here’s what stays consistent in every piece of custom software we make.
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1st June 2026
Build, buy or integrate? How to tell which you really need
New software isn’t one decision, it’s three: buy, integrate, or build - and most people only consider the first. Three honest questions to tell which one you actually need.
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19th May 2026
Not just the wages: the real cost of doing things the hard way
Your team’s wages aren’t the biggest bill. Here’s what an operational inefficiency is actually costing you - and why the wages are the smallest part of it.
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5th May 2026
The 5PM feeling: where SMEs lose 5-15 hours every week
You sit down at nine with a clear plan. By five, it hasn’t moved. The day was busy, but the things you meant to do are still waiting.
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23rd March 2026
How can I use AI in my business?
AI is everywhere - but it’s not always useful. This article explores where AI genuinely adds value in business, and where it risks adding unnecessary complexity.
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3rd February 2026
When systems stop working: is it the software, or how it fits together?
When systems start feeling messy, replacing them isn’t always the answer. For many SMEs, the real issue isn’t the software itself - it’s poor system integration. Here’s how to tell whether you need a new platform, or simply better-connected tools.
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6th January 2026
Why security shouldn’t be an afterthought in your software
When choosing new software, security often comes second to efficiency and cost savings. But cyber security for SMEs isn’t just a technical concern - it’s a business risk. Here’s why treating security as an afterthought can create far greater disruption and expense over time.
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