In the digital world, you often have two choices: buy a standard package or build something yourself. Standard packages (SaaS) are popular, but they have a major drawback: they are made for the "average" user.
But your company is not average.
The Straitjacket of Standard Software
Imagine buying a suit.
- Confection: Fits okay, but the sleeves are too long and the shoulders too tight. You adjust your posture to make it look good.
- Tailor-made: Fits perfectly. You move freely and confidently.
Standard software is like a confection suit. You have to adapt your business processes to the limitations of the software. "That's just how the system works," you hear yourself say.
Customization: Software that Adapts to You
Custom software is built around your process.
- Do you have a unique way of handling orders? The software supports it.
- Do you want a specific report every Monday morning? The software generates it.
Is Customization Expensive?
The initial investment is higher. But calculate the costs of inefficiency. If 10 employees lose 15 minutes every day due to clumsy software, that's 600 hours per year.
Custom software is an investment in your own efficiency and competitive advantage. It's the difference between fitting in and standing out.