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

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AI Strategy & Adoption · Nov 6, 2025

AI: The Putti Perspective

Putti's balanced take on AI for NZ businesses: what works, what fails, and a practical 7-step framework for turning AI from trend into competitive advantage.

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AI Agents · Sep 12, 2025

Future Workflows with AI Agents

Custom AI agents automate multi-step workflows for NZ businesses, freeing staff from repetitive tasks and delivering measurable ROI right now.

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Custom Software · Dec 4, 2024

How to Create a Successful Digital Product

Build a successful digital product by starting with a real user problem, scoping a lean MVP, aligning design with development, and iterating on feedback.

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Custom Software · Aug 23, 2024

SaaS vs. Custom Development: Which is Right for Your Performance Management System?

SaaS is faster and cheaper to start; custom software is tailored to your workflows and becomes a proprietary asset. The right choice depends on your needs.