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AI tools9 min read
How to run a two-week AI tool trial before you commit
Don't buy AI on a demo. A two-week trial on one real task, with a baseline and a go/no-go number, tells you more than any sales call. Here is the full plan.
18 July 2026
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Build vs buy7 min read
Build vs buy AI: the answer just changed for small firms
Coding agents mean a firm without developers can now build its own software. Here is when to try a build, when to buy, and a simple test to decide.
17 July 2026
AI roi9 min read
Is AI worth it for a small business? The honest maths
Most AI pilots deliver no measurable return, but a few deliver real, bankable savings. Here is the difference, and a simple test for whether AI will pay off for your firm.
15 July 2026
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