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    Off-the-shelf or build it? A decision framework for non-technical founders

    Build it or buy it is one of the most consequential decisions a founder makes, and it is usually made on instinct. Here is a simple framework for making it on purpose.

    Digital Transformation6d ago · 4 min read
  3. #0015

    “We'll just use a spreadsheet” is a strategy — until it isn't

    The humble spreadsheet runs more of the business world than any SaaS platform. That is fine, right up to the point where it quietly becomes the thing holding you back. Here is how to spot the moment to graduate.

    Digital Transformation1w ago · 4 min read
  4. #0001

    Logic Over Hype: How to Choose Digital Tools Without the Noise

    Open YouTube right now. What do you see? Likely a grid of thumbnails featuring people making shocked faces, overlaid with text that screams: “This new AI model is INSANE,” “Next.js 16 changes EVERYTHING,” or “Use this tool to become a millionaire by Tuesday.” If you are a creator, developer, or business owner, this constant barrage […]

    General7mo ago · 7 min read
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