Insights from the Field

Short, practical posts on architecture, delivery, and product execution — written for busy leaders at growing SMBs.


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The Case for a Strategic Technology Partner (Not Just a Vendor)
The Case for a Strategic Technology Partner (Not Just a Vendor)
September 03, 2025

SMBs don't need another software vendor. They need a strategic partner who can help them cut through the noise, focus on outcomes, and grow with confidence.

From Tool Overload to True Simplicity
From Tool Overload to True Simplicity
July 02, 2025

Small businesses are drowning in disconnected software tools. Here's why simplicity matters - and how integrated solutions unlock clarity, focus, and growth.

More Than Software: A Mission to Empower Small Business
More Than Software: A Mission to Empower Small Business
June 04, 2025

Why JD Mitchell is taking the long road to deliver real outcomes for small and midsize businesses.


Other Posts
Why Outcomes Matter More Than Hours (And How Bad Software Costs You Both)
Why Outcomes Matter More Than Hours (And How Bad Software Costs You Both)
September 10, 2025

Hours don't tell the full story. For small business leaders, outcomes matter more - and bad software silently drains the most valuable resource of all: your time.

Why Agile Teams Fail - And How to Fix It
Why Agile Teams Fail - And How to Fix It
May 07, 2025

Many teams claim to be agile but are bogged down by ceremony, process, and noise. Here's how to spot the warning signs and bring your team back to true agility.

Modern Software Delivery is Broken - Here's the Fix
Modern Software Delivery is Broken - Here's the Fix
April 09, 2025

A pragmatic look at why modern software delivery is slow, bloated, and inefficient - and how to fix it.