Insights
Notes on building good software
Practical thinking from the DAARPA team on planning, building, and maintaining software that lasts.
Strategy
How to Scope a Software Project Without Overbuilding
A practical way to think about what to build first, and what can wait.
James AlderAug 2026
Engineering
What 'Modernising' Legacy Software Actually Involves
Where to start when an old system is holding the business back.
Priya NairJul 2026
Strategy
Custom Build vs. Off-the-Shelf: Making the Right Call
A framework for deciding when to build and when to buy.
Tom WhitfieldJul 2026
Product
Turning an MVP Into a Product People Actually Renew
What changes once real users, not just early adopters, show up.
James AlderJun 2026
AI
Where AI Actually Earns Its Place in Business Software
Separating genuinely useful automation from added complexity.
Priya NairJun 2026
Engineering
Choosing a Tech Stack That Will Still Make Sense in 5 Years
Why boring, well-supported technology usually wins.
Tom WhitfieldMay 2026