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Industry Insights8 min read

We Spent Days Fighting a Zebra Card Printer. So You Don't Have To.

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Frustrated with Zebra ZC350 card printer integration? Dazzle, an open-source bridge, saves you time and headaches. Encode NFC cards easily!

Feb 8, 2026Read More
Business9 min read

Your Accounting Method Should Drive Your Software — Not the Other Way Around

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Don't let your accounting software dictate your business. Learn how to choose the right accounting method (cash vs. accrual, costing methods) to drive profitability and clarity.

Feb 6, 2026Read More
Technology6 min read

Two Lines of Code That Fix Logging Spaghetti in Real JavaScript Systems

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Tired of unreadable logs? Fix JavaScript logging spaghetti with just two lines of code! Add context to every log automatically using AsyncLocalStorage.

Jan 20, 2026Read More
Industry Insights14 min read

Replacing the Legacy App That Runs Your Business (Without Burning the Place Down)

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Is your legacy system holding your business hostage? Learn a practical, step-by-step approach to replacing it without disrupting your entire operation.

Jan 19, 2026Read More
Industry Insights9 min read

PurpleOwl 2025: The Year We Stopped Just Building Software

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In 2025, PurpleOwl learned the power of building software *with* users, not just *for* them. Discover how AI, component architecture, and a focus on real-world workflows transformed their approach. Learn about Parliament and DataLens!

Jan 1, 2026Read More
Business9 min read

ERP for Small Businesses: What Actually Matters

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Confused about ERP? This guide cuts through the jargon to reveal what ERP software *actually* does for small businesses, where it creates value, and where it destroys it.

Dec 16, 2025Read More
Industry Insights10 min read

Build or Buy Your ERP? You're Asking the Wrong Question

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Stop debating build vs. buy for your ERP. Discover how to identify the operational edge you need and whether software will create or destroy it. Learn when to build!

Dec 9, 2025Read More
Business11 min read

One System, One Truth: How a Right-Sized CRM Replaces Spreadsheet Chaos

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Ditch spreadsheet chaos! Discover how a right-sized CRM can streamline your 20-80 person company, boost efficiency, and create a single source of truth.

Dec 2, 2025Read More
Industry Insights7 min read

Scattered Data Across Multiple Systems Is Making It Impossible to Get the Insights You Need

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Discover how disconnected data across your business is costing you time & money. Learn to identify hidden inefficiencies and consolidate for growth.

Nov 25, 2025Read More
Business11 min read

Customer Portals That Let Clients Help Themselves

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Reduce support calls and empower your customers! Learn how a well-designed customer portal can streamline processes and improve satisfaction. Implement self-service now!

Nov 18, 2025Read More
Business14 min read

Turning Tribal Knowledge Into a Company Asset

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Transform tribal knowledge into a company asset! Learn how to document processes, avoid costly mistakes, and build a scalable, resilient business. Read now!

Nov 11, 2025Read More
Industry Insights11 min read

Teaching People Skills With AI: How Our Role-Play Engine Actually Works

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Discover how our AI role-play engine automates sales and customer service training, freeing up your top talent and ensuring consistent skill development. Learn how it works!

Nov 4, 2025Read More
Case Study9 min read

The Software Company for Businesses in the Middle

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Outgrown off-the-shelf software? Discover how PurpleOwl creates custom solutions for mid-sized businesses with unique workflows. See real-world examples!

Oct 28, 2025Read More