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AI for SMEs: 7 Practical Use Cases You Can Implement This Month
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AI for SMEs: 7 Practical Use Cases You Can Implement This Month

Concrete AI applications for mid-size businesses: From automated customer support to intelligent data analysis. Implementable without your own data science team.

January 29, 2026
16 min
KIAIMittelstand
Odoo vs. SAP Business One: Which ERP Suits Growing Companies?
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Odoo vs. SAP Business One: Which ERP Suits Growing Companies?

Detailed comparison Odoo vs. SAP Business One: Features, costs, implementation, and flexibility. Which ERP system fits your company?

January 29, 2026
15 min
OdooSAPERP
10 Business Workflows Every Company Should Automate
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10 Business Workflows Every Company Should Automate

Concrete automation examples with ROI calculations: From invoice processing to onboarding. Including tools, costs, and step-by-step guides.

January 29, 2026
20 min
AutomatisierungWorkflowProzesse
AI Chatbots for Business: What Actually Works (And What Doesn't)
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AI Chatbots for Business: What Actually Works (And What Doesn't)

Honest reality check on AI chatbots: Where they deliver real value, where they fail, and what to watch for during implementation.

January 29, 2026
17 min
ChatbotKIAI
Custom Software vs. Off-the-Shelf: When to Build Your Own
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Custom Software vs. Off-the-Shelf: When to Build Your Own

The build-vs-buy decision: When custom development pays off, when standard software suffices, and how to make the right choice for your business.

January 29, 2026
14 min
SoftwareentwicklungBuild vs BuyCustom Software
Modernising Legacy Systems: How to Upgrade Without Starting From Scratch
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Modernising Legacy Systems: How to Upgrade Without Starting From Scratch

Modernise legacy systems without big-bang migration: Strategies, risks, and practical approaches for gradually replacing outdated software.

January 29, 2026
16 min
LegacyModernisierungMigration
No-Code Limits: When DIY Tools Work and When You Need Real Development
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No-Code Limits: When DIY Tools Work and When You Need Real Development

Honest guide to no-code: Where Bubble, Webflow & Co. shine, where they hit their limits, and how to make the right decision for your project.

January 29, 2026
15 min
No-CodeLow-CodeBubble
API Integration for SMEs: Connecting Systems Without the Chaos
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API Integration for SMEs: Connecting Systems Without the Chaos

How to sensibly connect CRM, ERP, shop and more: From Zapier to custom APIs. Practical guide with decision aids and common pitfalls.

January 29, 2026
16 min
APIIntegrationZapier
Business Intelligence for Executives: Dashboards That Actually Matter
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Business Intelligence for Executives: Dashboards That Actually Matter

How executives use dashboards effectively: Which KPIs really matter, which tools fit, and how to go from data overload to clear decisions.

January 29, 2026
15 min
Business IntelligenceDashboardKPI