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Using AI to Strengthen ISO 27001 Compliance

Preparing for our ISO 27001:2022 recertification, and a transition from the 2013 standard, was no small task. As a custom software company handling sensitive client data, we hold ourselves to high standards around security and compliance. But this year, we approached the challenge differently. We built and deployed a custom AI Copilot agent to help…

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Who Owns AI-Written Code? What CTOs, Developers, and Procurement Teams Need to Know

Generative AI is transforming how software is written. Tools like GitHub Copilot, Claude, Cursor, and OpenAI Codex are now capable of suggesting full functions, refactoring legacy modules, and scaffolding new features, in seconds. But as this machine-authored code finds its way into production, a critical question arises:Who owns it and who’s responsible if something goes…

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When Open Source Goes Closed: Commercialisation, AI, and the Future of Software Dependence

Open source software has been a cornerstone of modern development for two decades. It’s fast to adopt, battle-tested by communities, and, most importantly, free. But lately, “free” has started to come with fine print. From infrastructure tools to developer libraries, many open source projects are turning commercial. For developers, software buyers, and architects alike, this…

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What’s the Difference Between Software Application Maintenance and Managed Application Support?

Avoid confusion and get the right level of support for your software applications. If you’re running a custom-built application—whether it’s a .NET backend on Azure, a React web app, or a React Native mobile solution—keeping it healthy over time is just as important as building it well in the first place. That’s where software maintenance…

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Why Designing Better AI Agents Means Rediscovering Object-Oriented Design

In the early days of my software career, I was deeply influenced by the work of Grady Booch, James Rumbaugh, and Ivar Jacobson—the pioneers whose ideas eventually formed the foundation of Unified Modeling Language (UML). Before UML, each of them had developed their own approach to software modeling: Rumbaugh had the Object Modeling Technique (OMT),…

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Agentic Design: Your AI Agent Advantage and the Hidden Assets Your Business May Already Have

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized various industries by automating complex tasks and providing intelligent solutions. The ability of AI agents to perform dynamic tool selection, interact with their environment, and engage in self-reflection to improve their processes highlights their adaptability and cognitive skills, which are integral to agentic workflows. This article explores the various applications…

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Choosing the Right Vibe Coding AI Tool for Long-Term Software Sustainability

In the era of AI-assisted development, software teams are adopting tools that dramatically boost productivity and collaboration. Platforms like GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Windsurf, V0.dev, and Replit are redefining how we write and maintain software. Known as “vibe coding tools,” these platforms help developers in writing code by providing AI-driven assistance during the coding process, such…

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The platform for advanced AI apps in 2025

The recent announcements at Microsoft Ignite 2024, particularly the introduction of Microsoft Fabric’s SQL Database and Azure AI Foundry, present significant advancements that align seamlessly with our mission to deliver cutting-edge generative AI implementations for our clients. Enhancing Generative AI Implementations with Microsoft Fabric’s SQL Database The SQL Database in Microsoft Fabric is engineered to…

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Customising Microsoft Copilot: Exploring Options for Tailored AI Assistance

If you’ve been following AI developments in 2024, Microsoft Copilot is a tool you’re likely already familiar with. Aimed at improving workplace productivity, streamlining decision-making, and optimising business processes, Copilot is being used by tens of thousands of people at an impressive 40% of Fortune 100 companies.1 While it’s still too early to tell what…

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Evaluating AI Tools Using a Task-Based Framework to Optimise Productivity

We’ve all heard about how AI can improve productivity, boost work quality, and open doors to new business opportunities. But the reality is that these kinds of successful results rely on considerable preparation and careful implementation. According to recent surveys, 63% of respondents in successful businesses say that the implementation of generative AI is a…

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