Practical writing on building software, using AI well, and rescuing stalled projects, from the team that has delivered 100+ projects since 2010.https://www.puttiapps.com/enhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/ai-implementation-cost-nz/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/ai-implementation-cost-nz/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.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMTAI Strategy & AdoptionAIAI costsautomationbusiness efficiencyPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/breaking-up-with-your-developer/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/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.Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTChoosing a Software PartnerSoftware DevelopmentProject RescueNew ZealandDeveloper HandoverCode AuditPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/vibe-coded-app-to-production/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/vibe-coded-app-to-production/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.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTProject RescueAIvibe codingproductionPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/creative-ai-summit-2026/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/creative-ai-summit-2026/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.Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTAI Strategy & AdoptionAINew ZealandCreativityMediaCopyrightStrategyPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/what-is-an-ai-agent-nz/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/what-is-an-ai-agent-nz/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.Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTAI AgentsAIAI agentsautomationPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/signs-your-software-project-needs-rescuing/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/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.Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTProject Rescueproject rescuedeliverysoftwarePutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/ai-experts-iterate/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/ai-experts-iterate/Getting real value from AI takes purpose, structured prompting with frameworks like TCLEI, and deliberate iteration, not one-click shortcuts.Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTAI Strategy & AdoptionAIProductivityAutomationPromptingBusinessPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/workforce-for-the-ai-era/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/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.Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTAI Strategy & AdoptionAI StrategyWorkforce DesignAI AgentsDigital TransformationLeadershipPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/ai-the-putti-perspective/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/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.Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTAI Strategy & AdoptionArtificial IntelligenceNew ZealandSoftware DevelopmentStrategyMachine LearningPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/future-workflows-with-ai-agents/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/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.Fri, 12 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMTAI AgentsAI AgentsWorkflow AutomationNew ZealandProductivityCustom SoftwarePutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/how-to-create-a-successful-digital-product/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/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.Wed, 04 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMTCustom SoftwareProduct StrategyMVPUX DesignDigital ProductSoftware DevelopmentPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/saas-vs-custom-development/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/saas-vs-custom-development/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.Fri, 23 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMTCustom SoftwareSaaSCustom SoftwarePerformance ManagementSoftware DevelopmentNew ZealandPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/future-proof-your-business-ai-ml-llms/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/future-proof-your-business-ai-ml-llms/AI, ML, and LLMs are reshaping every industry now. Learn the six key areas to master and the strategic questions to ask before your competitors do.Thu, 06 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMTAI Strategy & AdoptionArtificial IntelligenceMachine LearningLLMsBusiness StrategyDigital TransformationPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/native-app-vs-pwa/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/native-app-vs-pwa/Native apps give full device access and best-in-class UX; PWAs are faster and cross-platform. The right choice depends on complexity and budget.Thu, 30 May 2024 00:00:00 GMTMobile Apps & WebMobilePWANative AppApp DevelopmentNew ZealandPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/integrated-monitoring-system/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/integrated-monitoring-system/An integrated monitoring system centralises business data into one dashboard, eliminating silos so teams catch problems early and make faster decisions.Tue, 23 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMTSystems Integration & ERPSystems IntegrationData MonitoringBusiness IntelligenceCloud OptimisationDashboardPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/the-era-of-ai-agents/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/the-era-of-ai-agents/AI agents are evolving from simple assistants into networked systems that communicate, negotiate, and act on our behalf across services and platforms.Tue, 09 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMTAI AgentsAI AgentsAutomationPersonalisationFuture of AIDigital AssistantsPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/avoiding-common-ai-pitfalls/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/avoiding-common-ai-pitfalls/70 to 80% of AI projects fail. Learn the most common pitfalls in AI services and projects, from flawed interfaces to data quality, and how to avoid them.Thu, 29 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMTAI Strategy & AdoptionAIMachine LearningProduct StrategyDataBusinessPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/business-systems-modernisation/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/business-systems-modernisation/Siloed legacy systems create bottlenecks, block AI adoption, and drain budgets. Here's why modernising your business systems is no longer optional.Wed, 17 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMTSystems Integration & ERPSystems IntegrationDigital TransformationLegacy SystemsBusiness StrategyCybersecurityPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/middleware-solutions/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/middleware-solutions/Middleware connects your business systems, ends data silos, and automates manual work, delivering real-time insight without replacing existing software.Wed, 22 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMTSystems Integration & ERPMiddlewareSystems IntegrationAutomationERPNew ZealandPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/understanding-web-3/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/understanding-web-3/Web 3.0 is a decentralised internet built on blockchain and AI, giving users control over their data and enabling peer-to-peer interactions without middlemen.Wed, 04 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMTMobile Apps & WebWeb3BlockchainDecentralisationSmart ContractsCryptocurrencyPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/developing-modern-software/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/developing-modern-software/Modern B2B software must prioritise security, scalability, integrations, UX, and AI. Here are the key considerations to build software that lasts.Tue, 26 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMTCustom SoftwareB2B SoftwareSoftware DevelopmentScalabilityCloudAIPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/business-apps-new-zealand/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/business-apps-new-zealand/Business apps help NZ businesses automate tasks, boost productivity, and compete in a growing digital economy of 6.54 million mobile connections.Fri, 04 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMTCustom SoftwareBusiness AppsNew ZealandDigital TransformationMobileProductivityPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/electronic-quoting-systems/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/electronic-quoting-systems/Electronic quoting systems save time, improve traceability, and boost deal closure rates, giving businesses a clear edge over paper-based rivals.Wed, 31 May 2023 00:00:00 GMTSystems Integration & ERPQuotingDigital TransformationSalesJob ManagementBusiness EfficiencyPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/how-virtual-queuing-works/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/how-virtual-queuing-works/Virtual queuing lets customers reserve their spot digitally, eliminating physical wait lines and giving businesses real-time control over capacity and flow.Thu, 18 May 2023 00:00:00 GMTCustom SoftwareVirtual QueuingQueue ManagementCustomer ExperienceCapacity ManagementHealthcarePutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/digital-forms-compliance-automation/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/digital-forms-compliance-automation/Digital forms and automation eliminate paper-based compliance headaches in construction, reducing errors, speeding audits, and keeping NZ businesses compliant.Thu, 11 May 2023 00:00:00 GMTSystems Integration & ERPComplianceAutomationDigital FormsConstructionWorkflowPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/ai-and-human-input-in-design/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/ai-and-human-input-in-design/AI enhances UX design through data analysis and automation, but human empathy and creativity remain irreplaceable for truly great user experiences.Wed, 26 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMTAI Strategy & AdoptionUX DesignAIUI DesignHuman-Centred DesignProduct DesignPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/impact-of-ai-on-the-future/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/impact-of-ai-on-the-future/AI is transforming work and life through automation, new job creation, and smarter workflows, with healthcare, transport, and education leading the change.Fri, 03 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMTAI Strategy & AdoptionArtificial IntelligenceFuture of WorkAutomationMachine LearningDigital TransformationPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/medical-device-cybersecurity/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/medical-device-cybersecurity/Connected medical devices face real cyber threats. Five key recommendations help healthcare organisations protect patients and networks.Wed, 08 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMTSecurity & ComplianceCybersecurityHealthcareMedical DevicesIoT SecurityCompliancePutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/app-and-web-development-outsourcing/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/app-and-web-development-outsourcing/Outsourcing app and web development gives NZ businesses access to skilled teams, faster delivery, and cost savings, if you choose the right partner.Mon, 07 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMTChoosing a Software PartnerOutsourcingWeb DevelopmentApp DevelopmentNew ZealandSoftware PartnerPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/free-app-design-template-risks/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/free-app-design-template-risks/Free app design templates cost you more than they save. They hurt UX, dilute your brand, and make your app invisible in a crowded market.Fri, 21 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMTMobile Apps & WebUX DesignMobile AppsApp DesignBrandingUser ExperiencePutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/enterprise-platforms/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/enterprise-platforms/Enterprise platforms unify your core business operations (ERP, CRM, HR, finance) into one system, cutting duplication and unlocking real performance gains.Thu, 20 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMTCustom SoftwareEnterprise SoftwareERPBusiness SystemsDigital TransformationNew ZealandPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/implementing-automated-workflows/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/implementing-automated-workflows/Workflow automation can cut costs and errors, but only with the right fit. Here are the five key factors to evaluate before you commit to a solution.Wed, 12 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMTSystems Integration & ERPWorkflow AutomationBusiness EfficiencyProcess ImprovementDigital TransformationOperationsPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/design-process-ux-ui/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/design-process-ux-ui/Putti's five-step UX/UI process (Explore, Research, Analyse, Design, Test) delivers products that work intuitively and look great.Wed, 07 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMTMobile Apps & WebUX DesignUI DesignProduct DesignUser ResearchPrototypingPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/economy-for-the-common-good/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/economy-for-the-common-good/Putti backs the Economy for the Common Good model, partnering with social enterprises that put people and planet ahead of pure profit.Thu, 21 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTInside PuttiSustainabilitySocial EnterpriseCommon GoodImpactNew ZealandPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/in-house-qa-teams/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/in-house-qa-teams/In-house QA teams catch bugs before release, reduce production risk, and deliver better software faster than outsourced testing or developer self-review.Thu, 14 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTChoosing a Software PartnerQASoftware TestingQuality AssuranceSoftware DevelopmentOutsourcingPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/digital-transformation-partner/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/digital-transformation-partner/Choosing the wrong digital transformation partner costs time and budget. Here are six criteria to evaluate any agency before committing.Mon, 11 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMTChoosing a Software PartnerDigital TransformationSoftware PartnerNew ZealandStrategyOutsourcingPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/google-core-updates/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/google-core-updates/Google Core Updates reshape search rankings every few months. Here's what they are, why they matter, and how to keep your site in good standing.Wed, 22 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMTMobile Apps & WebSEOGoogleContentDigital MarketingWebsitePutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/crypto-cybersecurity/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/crypto-cybersecurity/Crypto's anonymity attracts cybercriminals using phishing, malware, and BEC tactics. Learn six security practices to protect your digital assets.Tue, 14 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMTSecurity & ComplianceCryptoCybersecurityPhishingBlockchainDigital WalletsPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/outsourcing-it-new-zealand/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/outsourcing-it-new-zealand/Outsourcing IT in New Zealand offers cost savings, time zone advantages, and access to senior engineering talent, without full-time hiring costs.Wed, 01 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMTChoosing a Software PartnerOutsourcingNew ZealandSoftware DevelopmentIT StrategyBusinessPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/recovering-failed-projects/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/recovering-failed-projects/Failing software projects can be rescued: Putti audits the codebase, identifies root causes, and delivers a clear plan, with zero failures since 2010.Mon, 23 May 2022 00:00:00 GMTProject RescueProject RescueSoftware DevelopmentNew ZealandTechnical DebtCode AuditPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/my-8-months-at-putti/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/my-8-months-at-putti/A Putti business development hire with no app-dev background shares honest reflections on problem developers, NZ innovation, and a world-class team.Mon, 16 May 2022 00:00:00 GMTInside PuttiTeamCultureNew ZealandSoftware DevelopmentBusiness DevelopmentPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/developing-an-ev-charging-app/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/developing-an-ev-charging-app/Building an EV charging app requires IoT integration, OCPP protocol knowledge, and payment systems. Costs range from $80K to $600K+ NZD by scope.Tue, 26 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMTMobile Apps & WebEV ChargingIoTMobile AppsOCPPApp DevelopmentPutti Teamhttps://www.puttiapps.com/blog/progressive-web-apps/https://www.puttiapps.com/blog/progressive-web-apps/PWAs deliver native-app experiences via the browser: lower cost, offline support, and cross-platform reach without app store fees or separate codebases.Thu, 24 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMTMobile Apps & WebProgressive Web AppsMobile DevelopmentWeb DevelopmentNew ZealandUXPutti Team