When Is It Time for Custom Software? A Practical Guide for Growing Businesses

Most companies don’t start with custom software — nor should they. Off-the-shelf tools are great in the early stages: they’re fast, affordable, and easy to plug in. But there comes a point where pre-built systems stop supporting your growth and start slowing you down. That moment is the real signal: it’s time to consider custom […]

Why Most Software Projects Derail Midway (and How to Prevent It)

Software projects rarely explode on day one.They don’t usually fail because of “bad code” or “bad developers” or even major changes in business needs. Most projects fall apart quietly, slowly, and predictably — somewhere in the middle. The timeline slips.The scope drifts.The deliverables don’t reflect what anyone remembers discussing.Stakeholders feel misaligned, developers feel confused, and […]

AI-Powered Solutions for Small Businesses: Why It’s Not Just for Big Tech

In today’s tech-driven world, the words “Artificial Intelligence” still sound like something reserved for Silicon Valley giants or Fortune 500 companies. But the truth? AI has quietly and powerfully become one of the most accessible tools small and mid-sized businesses can use to level the playing field—and Palm Beach Software Design is helping make that […]