INSIGHTS

Honest technology insights.

Practical guides on AI agents, custom software, data platforms, and technology strategy. Written by our team of professionals.

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privacy

2 Jun 2026·7 min read

DPIA for AI tools: when it's required and how to do it

A DPIA is mandatory when AI tools process personal data at high risk. Learn when the obligation applies and how to complete one step by step.

software architecture

29 May 2026·7 min read

Software architecture: what it is and why it makes or breaks your project

Good software architecture prevents technical debt and keeps your system maintainable. Learn the key patterns and decisions that shape every software project.

data

27 May 2026·7 min read

Data warehouse in 2026: what it is, and do you still need one?

Data warehouse, data lake, or data lakehouse? Find out which data architecture fits your organisation and why the choice matters in 2026.

claude

26 May 2026·7 min read

Claude custom instructions: how to make AI write in your voice

Custom instructions tell Claude who you are, how you write, and what to avoid. Step-by-step setup guide with real examples for business use.

24 May 2026·5 min read

The AI Bubble: Is It Bursting or Just Getting Started?

Everyone has a take on whether the AI bubble is bursting. Ours is grounded in dozens of real implementations. Here's what we actually see.

data

20 May 2026·7 min read

Data-driven decision making: from buzzword to daily practice

Most companies have data but still decide on gut feel. Here's what data-driven decision making actually means and how to build it step by step.

claude

19 May 2026·7 min read

Claude Enterprise rollout guide: the adoption approach that actually works

Claude Enterprise is live. Now make it work. A three-phase adoption plan that turns your licence into daily habits and measurable productivity gains.

eu-ai-act

18 May 2026·9 min read

EU AI Act compliance: what your company must do before August 2026

August 2026 is the EU AI Act's critical deadline. Here's what's already enforceable, what changes now, and a concrete action plan to get compliant in time.

custom-software

17 May 2026·9 min read

Custom software development: the complete guide for 2026

Everything about having custom software built: costs, timelines, process, and how to choose the right partner. A practical guide for decision-makers.

data

15 May 2026·8 min read

Data governance: a practical guide for growing organisations

What data governance actually means, the four pillars that make it work, and a step-by-step implementation plan for mid-sized companies.

13 May 2026·8 min read

AI automation explained: what it is and how to start

Learn what AI automation is, how it differs from traditional automation, and which processes to tackle first. A practical guide for business leaders, not engineers.

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case-study

6 May 2026·8 min read

Build for Zero: How We Built a Zero-Emission Construction Planner

A deep dive into Build for Zero: the zero-emission construction planner that replaced spreadsheet-based energy calculations with a production platform for estimation, planning, and monitoring.

custom-software

30 Apr 2026·8 min read

Custom Software Cost: What You Actually Pay in 2026

An honest answer to what custom software costs in the Netherlands. Concrete price ranges, the factors that drive cost, and when it's actually worth building.

workflow-automation

28 Apr 2026·9 min read

n8n vs Zapier vs Make: Which Automation Platform for Your Business in 2026

A practical comparison of n8n, Zapier, and Make for mid-market companies in 2026. Cost, control, AI agent capabilities, and when each one wins.

eu-ai-act

22 Apr 2026·11 min read

The EU AI Act: What Your Business Must Do Before August 2026

A practical guide for SMBs on the EU AI Act. Which obligations apply, how to approach risk classification, and what a realistic path to the 2 August 2026 deadline looks like.

ai-agents

15 Apr 2026·9 min read

What is an AI agent? (And what can it do for your business?)

A primer for non-technical decision-makers: what an AI agent is, how it differs from a chatbot or RAG system, and when it's the right — or wrong — tool for the job.

workflow-automation

10 Apr 2026·11 min read

Business Process Automation: A Practical Guide for Mid-Market Companies

An honest, opinionated guide for operations leaders: which processes are worth automating, which platforms fit, and how to ship something useful in two weeks.

rag

1 Apr 2026·9 min read

RAG Chatbots Explained: When They Work and When They Don't

An honest primer on Retrieval-Augmented Generation: the four patterns where RAG genuinely earns its keep, the four where it fails, and a realistic look at engineering effort and cost.

25 Mar 2026·9 min read

AI in Construction: Practical Applications for Contractors

Where AI actually fits in construction today, where it doesn't yet, and how to scope a first AI project at a contractor without falling for transformation theatre.

data

18 Mar 2026·9 min read

What is a data platform? (And do you need one?)

A primer for non-technical decision-makers: what a data platform actually is, the four layers it consists of, when you need one and when a spreadsheet beats a Snowflake bill.

11 Mar 2026·11 min read

AI Implementation: From Strategy to Production in 5 Steps

An opinionated five-step roadmap for moving AI from strategy slide to production system, without the transformation theatre. Discovery, shortlist, build, production, iterate.