Technical articles, case studies, and industry insights from the anfedev team. Published regularly to help you make better technical decisions.
automation Manual work feels free because nobody adds it up. Here is how to find the real cost of doing things by hand — time, errors, delay and key-person risk — and a simple rule for when to automate.
ai You don't need a data team or a six-figure budget to use AI well. Here are the four highest-ROI places a small business should start, what they realistically cost, and how to avoid the pilot that never ships.
ai From OCR to AI that actually understands messy documents. How modern document automation works, where it pays off, and how to deploy it without trusting a black box.
ai Most AI projects don't fail on the model — they fail on the data. Here is the practical work of getting your data ready for AI, and how to start small without a year-long data project.
ai Most AI and automation projects are sold on vibes. Here is the honest framework for measuring real return — what to count, the costs everyone forgets, and when the numbers say don't.
software Spreadsheets run more businesses than any software ever will — until they quietly start costing you. Here are seven signs you've outgrown Excel, and what to do about each one.
custom software Real price ranges for custom software in 2026: what websites, automations, AI integrations and bespoke apps actually cost — and what drives the number up or down.
automation The 10 business processes with the best automation ROI for SMEs in 2026 — what each looks like automated, how much effort it takes, and where to start.
automation Zapier, Make, n8n or custom code in 2026? An honest comparison of costs, ceilings and lock-in — and a simple rule for when each one is the right choice.
custom software A practical build-vs-buy framework for SMEs: the 80% rule, the real total cost of ownership, the signs you've outgrown off-the-shelf, and a 5-question checklist.
ai AI is only as useful as the data it can reach. APIs and the new Model Context Protocol (MCP) are how you give AI safe, real-time access to your ERP and tools — without rebuilding everything.
cto AI has made technology decisions faster, riskier, and more consequential — while senior technical talent is harder than ever to hire. A fractional CTO closes that gap. Here is when it makes sense.
ai The old chatbot frustrated everyone. The new generation, grounded in your own knowledge with RAG and able to act in your systems, is a different thing entirely. Here is how it works.
ai The EU AI Act is now phasing into force. Here is a plain-language guide to the risk tiers, the obligations, the deadlines, and how to build AI systems that stay compliant.
ai AI agents have moved from demo to dependable. Here is how businesses are putting autonomous AI to work in real operations — and how to take a pilot to production without the chaos.
ai The conflict around the Strait of Hormuz is pushing oil prices higher. For businesses relying on AI, the ripple effect through energy markets and datacenter costs is closer than it looks.
software development Choosing the right software development partner is one of the most important decisions a business can make. Here is what to look for — no technical knowledge required.
We scope projects like this every week — a free discovery call and a fixed written quote, no obligation.
Get a free proposal