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Notes on building and rescuing software.

Practical thinking on software, AI and app project delivery, written by the people who live and breathe it.

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AI Agents · Aug 20, 2026

Who builds custom AI agents for New Zealand businesses?

Putti builds custom AI agents in Auckland for NZ businesses, wired into Xero, MYOB, your CRM or ERP. Here's when to build custom and how it fits.

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AI Strategy & Adoption · Aug 5, 2026

How much does it cost to bring AI into a New Zealand business?

AI runs from under $100 per person a month to $100,000 and up for a company-wide platform. Here's what moves the number, and how fast it pays back.

A developer and client reviewing code on a laptop, representing a software project transition in New Zealand

Choosing a Software Partner · Jun 15, 2026

Thinking of Breaking Up With Your Developer?

Struggling with your software developer is common in NZ. Here's how to spot the warning signs, manage a clean handover, and find a partner who delivers.

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Project Rescue · Jun 2, 2026

From vibe-coded prototype to production you can trust

AI coding tools get you a working demo fast. Turning that into software real users can rely on is a different job. Here's the gap, and how to close it.

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AI Strategy & Adoption · May 20, 2026

Creative AI Summit 2026: What NZ's AI Landscape Really Looks Like

Putti CEO Bruce Howe attended the NZ AI and Creativity Summit 2026. Here's what the real state of AI looks like in NZ's media and creative industries.

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AI Agents · May 20, 2026

What an AI agent actually is, and when your business needs one

AI agents get talked about a lot and understood rarely. Here's a plain-English definition and how to tell if one is worth building.

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Project Rescue · Apr 15, 2026

Six signs your software project needs rescuing

Software projects rarely fail overnight; they drift. Here are the warning signs worth acting on before a build becomes a write-off.

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AI Strategy & Adoption · Mar 26, 2026

AI Experts Don't Click Once, They Iterate

Getting real value from AI takes purpose, structured prompting with frameworks like TCREI, and deliberate iteration, not one-click shortcuts.

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AI Strategy & Adoption · Feb 11, 2026

Redefining the Workforce for the AI Era

AI success depends less on technology and more on combining internal capability, external expertise, and AI agents into a coherent operating model.