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We just started working with a new client from the automotive industry. It’s a first for us, and it’s shaping up to be one of our biggest projects so far. The challenge is exciting: designing a complex, high-performance solution that supports their growing operations.Our approach is simple, without ...
Another successful delivery for one of our clients today.The request: add support for guest users to an existing solution. No prior plans for this feature. Completely different access level. Limited data visibility. Limited functionality.A major change? For many apps, yes. For us? Just another chall...
As an innovative company that brings fresh ideas and solutions to many businesses, we’ve been asked frequently if we accept cryptocurrency as payment. The answer is yes. Embracing new technology is an integral part of how we work, and crypto payments are becoming a standard method for conducting bus...
The allure of Europe is undeniable. From the historic cobblestone streets of Prague to the sun-drenched beaches of the Amalfi Coast, it's a continent that beckons with promises of adventure, culture, and unforgettable experiences. But for many in the fast-paced world of software development, the tho...
We just signed a new client for a super interesting project. This time in an industry we’ve never worked in before. Sports. Specifically martial arts.We’re going to build a brand new platform to support martial arts schools and communities. It’s a whole new space for us, but it feels close to home. ...
Most small businesses in Florida start out using off-the-shelf software because it’s fast, easy, and gets the job “mostly” done. But as your team grows and your operations get more complex, those tools start to show their limits. In this post, I break down the real (and often hidden) costs of relyin...
We’ve seen the impact of AI firsthand in custom AI software development. It’s made us more efficient. So much so that we’ve closed our open AI software engineer positions. The work still gets done, faster, better, and with fewer people involved.That raises a tough but very real question:Are software...
AI is no longer just for big tech companies. Today, small businesses are adopting AI to save time, cut costs, and stay competitive and it’s easier to get started than you might think.If you’ve ever asked yourself, “How can I automate my business with AI?” this post is for you.Why AI Makes Sense for ...
If you're a business owner in Florida looking to grow your customer base, you don't need a massive marketing budget or a nationwide campaign. You just need a solid plan to connect with the right people, right here, where you live and work.Here’s how to generate more local leads in Florida, step by s...
Today we had the chance to attend the Pompano Beach Business Growth Luncheon, and it was packed with local businesses, energy, and opportunity. Many of the companies in the room are already working with the city, and it was great to see how active the local business community is.The City of Pompano ...
Manually onboarding new vendors or contractors is slow, error-prone, and doesn't scale. That’s why we’ve implemented automated W-9 form handling and contract signing as part of the onboarding process for several of our clients. The result is faster, more accurate onboarding that also improves compli...
We’re a local software development company based in Florida, and most of our clients are small to mid-sized businesses located right here in the Sunshine State. While we do work with a few clients from outside Florida, including San Francisco, CA and Georgia, our focus is on helping Florida business...
At We Build Software, we build efficient software that evolves with our clients. When one of our long-term clients needed a better way to train hundreds of in-house sales agents, we extended their ERP system, originally developed by us, with a fully integrated learning management system (LMS) module...
If you've ever tried to get custom software built, you've probably noticed something odd. The process can feel either painfully corporate or wildly chaotic. At one end, there’s the enterprise-style development cycle that drags on forever. On the other hand, startup devs are pushing code at 2 AM with...
Builder.ai, Bubble, AppGyver, Adalo, Glide, Zoho Creator. The list of “build an app without a developer” platforms is longer than ever. For startups and small businesses, they sound perfect. Fast turnaround, transparent pricing, slick UI builders, and no need to hire a development team.But here’s th...
This past weekend, part of our incredible team traded keyboards for sneakers and took on the challenge of the Mudgirl Run in Palm Beach. The event, known for its muddy obstacles and empowering message, brought together women from all walks of life and our team showed up with strength, spirit, and lo...
As a Florida local business owner, you probably rely on some kind of software to run your operations. Maybe it’s your website, a scheduling tool, a point-of-sale system, or a custom app. But here’s a question many small business owners forget to ask: Is your software secure?Understanding software se...
For HVAC companies, automation and digitalization can turn a chaotic, paperwork-heavy business into a smooth, reliable operation. From managing service calls to invoicing and scheduling, the right software makes everything faster, more accurate, and less stressful.Digitalization for HVAC businessesD...
Running a business isn’t just about delivering your product or service. There’s a whole flow behind it: finding leads, managing clients, getting things done, and making sure you actually get paid. If you’re using five different tools or spreadsheets to handle that, you're wasting time and probably m...
Most SaaS dashboards look good in a sales demo, but fall short when giving you real control over your business. You get a few generic charts, limited filters, and then a prompt to upgrade for the features you need. It’s always one-size-fits-all, and it rarely fits well.Now compare that to a dashboar...
Most CRM platforms look affordable at first. $15 or $30 per user doesn’t sound like much until your team grows. Suddenly, you're paying hundreds every month just so people can see their leads. It's not about what you use, it's about how many people are logging in.That pricing model punishes growth. ...
Let’s cut through the buzzwords.Automation and digitalization are terms people throw around a lot, but in simple terms, they’re about making your business run smoother, faster, and with fewer errors by using the right software and tools. We build this kind of software all the time, and it pays off q...
If you’re not technical but you have access to your company’s website, it’s important to know where your job ends and your developer’s job begins. Some things are perfectly safe, even smart, for you to manage. Others can break the site, cause security issues, or hurt your SEO if touched the wrong wa...
Being based in Florida keeps things interesting. While we’ve always focused on custom software for small businesses, living and working here has connected us with industries we hadn’t planned on, like boating.After a few local events and conversations, Honza, founder of We Build Software LLC was app...
As a business owner, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking you know how your business is doing. But the truth is, thinking isn’t the same as knowing. If you don’t have real, up-to-date numbers in front of you whenever you want, you’re essentially running blind. And in 2025, running your busine...
We’re a family-owned software company, and we’ve built our reputation by staying true to what matters: real relationships, honest work, and software that actually solves problems.Unlike many tech companies, we don’t outsource. We don’t offshore. We do everything in-house. Right here in Pompano Beach...
Fishing season is back and Florida’s boating scene is buzzing again. From Pompano Beach to Fort Lauderdale, charter companies and boat rentals are gearing up for the busy months ahead. That’s exactly why we focus on building custom software for the boating industry to help businesses run smoother an...
Bulk SMS is still one of the best ways to reach people instantly in the U.S., whether you're sending reminders, promotions, or alerts. If you're looking to do it right (and stay compliant), here's a simple breakdown.Oh, and if you need a custom tool to handle it all? That’s what we do.Choose the rig...
In business, speed is everything. Whether you're onboarding hundreds of field agents or launching a new sales channel, delays in software delivery can cost you real money. That’s why we focus on express software development, a process that allows us to deliver fully functional, production-ready soft...
If you’ve ever shopped for ERP software, you know the drill. Every feature you need is locked behind layers of licenses, permissions, and most importantly, user-based pricing.Want to give your operations manager access? That’s another seat. Need a few warehouse users to log inventory? More seats. Wa...
If you’ve ever shopped for ERP software, you know the drill. Every feature you need is locked behind layers of licenses, permissions, and most importantly, user-based pricing.Want to give your operations manager access? That’s another seat. Need a few warehouse users to log inventory? More seats. Wa...
If you’re serious about growing your business, you already know: understanding your sales performance is key.But digging through spreadsheets and reports is slow and frustrating.What you need is a sales performance dashboard that gives you real-time insights, all in one place.The good news? Building...
When you are running a small business, every customer, employee, and partner matters. That is why onboarding is not optional. It is where your business really begins. Set people up right from day one, and you will save yourself a lot of time, money, and frustration later.Here is why small business o...
You’re busy running your business. You’re wearing 10 hats, juggling clients, sales, marketing, follow-ups, admin... and still trying to find time to grow.Here’s where AI agents come in.A few quick examplesSomeone messages you on your website at 10 PM. Your AI agent replies instantly, professionally,...
For years, businesses had to choose between buying off-the-shelf software or investing heavily in building something custom.But today? That equation has completely shifted.Thanks to AI and modern development tools, custom software is no longer the slow, expensive option. It’s often the smartest, fas...
When people think of software development, they often picture developers typing out lines of code. The truth is, coding is the last and least important part of creating custom software solutions for small businesses.At our company, we have replaced much of the repetitive coding process with AI. But ...
A time to reflect on how we build and why it mattersToday is Earth Day. It is a good moment to pause and think about the impact we are making, both environmentally and through the work we do.Over Easter weekend in Pompano Beach and nearby Lighthouse Point, something small but meaningful stood out. P...
Plain coding is dead!The software industry has shifted. We no longer need armies of developers to handwrite every function, model, or form. AI can now generate most of it and it does it well. Not by chance, but by design. Professionals built the AI, trained it, and now it’s building code the way we ...
When it comes to website development, having a pretty site isn't enough. Whether you're launching a new business or revamping an outdated one, your website needs to be more than a digital business card. It needs to perform.At our website development company, we’ve seen the difference a well-built, g...
You’ve probably used tools like ChatGPT by now. Maybe you asked it to write an email, summarize a document, or generate a blog post. Sometimes it nails it. Other times, not so much. The difference? The prompt you give it.Learning how to prompt AI properly can save you hours of work, help you generat...
If you’re running a business in Pompano Beach and need a website, you might be thinking about using WordPress. It’s widely known, it’s free, and it’s easy to set up. But here’s the deal: WordPress is not the best option for modern websites, especially when you need speed, security, and a site that c...
This past weekend, our team at WeBuildSoftware was thrilled to take part in the Earth Day celebration hosted at the Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale. It was a fun, interactive, family-focused event that brought together local businesses, educators, and community members with a shar...
Fast, affordable, scalable solutions built with Spring Boot, Vue.js, Tailwind, DigitalOcean, Twilio, Mailgun & Agno AIIf you're a small business owner looking for custom software that improves your business's performance instead of just giving you more work to do, this is for you.We’ve...
Most businesses don’t start with custom software. You get by with spreadsheets, SaaS tools, maybe a few integrations. And that works, for a while.But if you’re reading this, chances are things are starting to feel clunky. You’ve outgrown the quick fixes.Here are 5 clear signs it’s time to build some...
When the internet became a tool for business, it changed everything. Communication, marketing and product delivery. Nothing was the same. We’re seeing that same kind of shift now with AI in software development.This isn’t just a cool feature or a productivity boost. It’s a full-blown revolution.10x ...
Automation is great until it becomes a mess.We’ve seen Florida small businesses try to automate everything with five different tools, a dozen integrations, and no one knowing how it all works anymore. The result? A system that’s supposed to save time ends up costing you money, causing errors, and cr...
If you’re running a small business, maybe an HVAC company, a vehicle wrapping shop, or any type of service-based operation, and you’re still handling everything manually, you’re burning time and money.We talk to Florida business owners every week who are tired of juggling leads in spreadsheets, chas...
At our company, we believe top-tier software shouldn’t be reserved for corporations with million-dollar budgets. We’ve built a lean, expert-led software development team in South Florida that delivers corporate-level quality, without the corporate bloat.We help small businesses access the same techn...
Hiring the right software development partner can make or break your project, especially for small businesses that need to make every dollar count. Florida is full of software firms of all sizes, but not all of them deliver the same level of quality, transparency, or innovation.This guide will help ...
We’re not talking about small improvements here. We’ve reduced our software development delivery time by 60% and we’re only getting started.How? We’re fully embracing AI tools across the board. From writing code to testing, documenting, and reviewing, AI helps us move faster and deliver higher quali...
Let’s cut to the chase: if you’ve been thinking about building custom software for your business, now is the perfect time to make it happen. Whether it's a CRM tailored to how you actually work, an internal tool to streamline your processes, or an app that gives your customers a better experience, w...
If your business feels like it’s being held together by spreadsheets, copy-pasting, and daily workarounds, you’re not alone. Many small companies grow faster than their tools can keep up. Custom software isn’t just for big enterprises, it might be the smartest move you can make to streamline operati...
AI is everywhere. But innovation still wins.AI is everywhere. It’s changing how businesses operate, automate, and compete. But here’s the thing: just using AI isn’t enough anymore. Everyone has access to the same tools. The real game-changer is how you use AI to innovate.We’re an AI-first company. W...
If you’re running a business and thinking about getting a new website, or you’re already searching for a CRM, you’re on the right track. But here’s the thing most people miss: you don’t need just one or the other. You need both, and they should work together.A solid website and CRM combo helps you g...
In today’s world, every small business is hearing about artificial intelligence. From smarter customer service to automated reports and predictive analytics, AI is everywhere. And for good reason, AI has the potential to transform how businesses operate.But here’s the truth:AI won’t work for your bu...
Ai in Pompano Beach is no longer just a trend, it’s happening now At We Build Software, we’re proud to say that businesses in Pompano Beach are already using artificial intelligence to run smoother, faster, and more efficiently. From local service companies to digital-first businesses, our clients a...
Door-to-door sales have been around forever, but the way they’re done is changing fast. The old model of clipboards, paperwork, and manual follow-ups just doesn’t cut it anymore. It slows reps down, creates errors, and keeps teams disconnected.We recently built a custom solution for a client with 50...
You know your business needs custom software, but who should build it? Do you hire an in-house developer, go freelance, or work with a software company? Each option has its pros and cons, and the right choice depends on your goals, budget, and timeline. Let’s break down what each path looks like and...
Most of the custom business software we build starts with a CRM. That’s because nearly every business, no matter the size or industry, needs to manage contacts, sales pipelines, and communication effectively. But for us, the CRM is just the beginning.Start with what matters: your workflowWe begin by...
Our Custom Software Development Pricing ModelsNot every project is the same and neither are the budgets behind them. That’s why we offer a few different pricing models to match how you prefer to work. Whether you want something simple and done fast, or you're building a long-term solution that evolv...
Lovable.dev is carving out a niche by offering a smart, intuitive way for users to build internal tools and web apps without writing code in the fast-evolving world of no-code and AI-powered app development. With the rise of AI and growing demand for rapid digital transformation, it’s no surpri...
A lot of businesses just need a simple way to manage their website without breaking stuff. That’s why we often start with a CMS. Not WordPress. Not some clunky builder full of plugins. We give you something clean and focused, so you can edit your content without needing to know how to code or design...
If you’re running a wrapping company in South Florida, whether in Pompano Beach, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm, or Miami, relying on manual processes just doesn’t cut it anymore. Digitalizing your workflow isn’t just about keeping up with the times, it’s about working smarter, keeping clients happy, an...
For small businesses, time is money, and wasting hours on paperwork is the last thing you want to do. If you're still printing documents, chasing signatures, or manually entering data into your system, there's a better way. E-signatures save time, reduce mistakes, and help you get things done faster...
Running a business across multiple locations sounds like growth, but without the right tools, it quickly turns into chaos. If you're juggling spreadsheets, disconnected systems, or just relying on people to “keep each other in the loop,” you're likely losing time, money, and visibility.That’s where ...
With over 20 years of experience in IT and software delivery around the globe, we’ve seen a pattern: about 80% of all software projects have the same foundational needs.Whether it’s a fast-moving startup, a growing small business, or a high-load enterprise system, the core pieces are strikingly simi...
Most small businesses start with affordable SaaS tools, automation platforms, and spreadsheets to manage their operations — and that’s great. But as your company grows or becomes more complex, those tools can quickly turn into a patchwork of disconnected systems.That’s when custom software for small...
If you run a local service business — whether you're a plumber, cleaning company, HVAC tech, or landscaper — you know that great service isn't just about the job you do. It’s also about how well you communicate with your customers.One of the easiest and most effective ways to stay connected? Automat...
Running a small business means wearing a lot of hats, but the right software can take a few of them off your head. From managing customers to automating repetitive tasks, the right stack of tools can save time, reduce stress, and keep you organized. But here's the catch: off-the-shelf software often...
If you're running a business in South Florida, you’ve probably heard about CRMs. Customer relationship management tools that help you stay organized and grow smarter. But with so many options, how do you pick the right one for your business without overpaying or overcomplicating things?Let’s break i...
AI isn’t just for tech giants anymore. The tools available today are surprisingly simple, even for small businesses with no IT team. Whether you want to save time, automate repetitive tasks, or improve customer interactions, AI can give you a real edge. In this guide, we’ll show you how to get start...
Let’s call it what it is: most CRMs today are a mess.They’re slow. Overbuilt. Packed with features no one uses. And they charge you per user like it’s still 2010. The traditional CRM model has been broken for a while, and most small businesses have just learned to live with the pain. But here’s the ...
If you’re searching for “I need a software developer near me,” chances are you’re facing a specific problem. Maybe you’re planning to build a custom app, improve your operations, or automate your internal processes. Finding a local software developer can help you move faster, communicate better, and...
Build a business website that works for youFor many businesses, especially small and mid-sized ones, a website starts as just a checkbox — a logo, some text, a few images, and that’s it. But if your website is only serving as a flashy online business card, you’re missing out on real opportunities to...
In today’s fast-paced world, SMS marketing has become an invaluable tool for small businesses looking to engage with customers in a quick, personal, and effective way. Bulk SMS services offer a cost-effective and direct channel to communicate with your audience, boost sales, and enhance customer rel...
Let’s get one thing straight: You should not be paying hundreds of dollars each month for basic website hosting. Unless you're running a massive e-commerce site with tons of traffic, custom backend processes, or video streaming, your hosting cost should be a fraction of that.Yet, we see it all the t...