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Automation, digital transformation and IT project management: our analysis and field insights for SMEs.

Automating overdue invoice reminders with n8n
n8nAutomation

Automating overdue invoice reminders with n8n

How to automate overdue invoice reminders with n8n: step-by-step workflow, cash flow gains and best practices for SMEs.

July 16, 20262 min read
What is process optimization? Definition, methods and benefits
Process optimizationBusiness processes

What is process optimization? Definition, methods and benefits

A clear definition of process optimization, its methods (Lean, Six Sigma, BPM, automation), its benefits and the steps to apply it in an SME.

July 16, 20263 min read
Power Automate vs n8n vs Make: which automation tool should you choose?
Power Automaten8n

Power Automate vs n8n vs Make: which automation tool should you choose?

Power Automate, n8n or Make: a comparison of the three major process automation platforms to help SMEs choose the right tool.

July 15, 20262 min read
The evolution of application development: ever simpler, faster and more accessible
DevelopmentLow-code

The evolution of application development: ever simpler, faster and more accessible

Low-code, no-code, generative AI, internal platforms: how building business applications is becoming faster, cheaper and accessible to SMEs.

July 14, 20262 min read
Low-code: myths and realities for SME leaders
Low-codeBusiness applications

Low-code: myths and realities for SME leaders

Does low-code deliver on its promises? We separate the myths from the realities of low-code to help SME leaders make informed decisions.

July 13, 20262 min read
Do SMEs need a part-time CIO?
Fractional CIOIT project management

Do SMEs need a part-time CIO?

A part-time or outsourced CIO: a pragmatic answer for SMEs that want to steer their IT and projects without hiring a full-time IT director.

July 12, 20262 min read
Connecting your CRM and ERP: the integration guide for SMEs
IntegrationCRM

Connecting your CRM and ERP: the integration guide for SMEs

Why and how to connect your CRM and ERP: benefits, integration methods (API, connectors, iPaaS) and pitfalls to avoid for SMEs.

July 11, 20262 min read
D1 Consulting, a France Num Activator: a certified partner for your digital transformation
France NumDigital transformation

D1 Consulting, a France Num Activator: a certified partner for your digital transformation

D1 Consulting is listed as a France Num Activator, the French public programme supporting the digitalization of small businesses. What this label guarantees for your projects.

July 10, 20262 min read
Building a Power BI dashboard for an SME: where to start
Power BIBusiness Intelligence

Building a Power BI dashboard for an SME: where to start

A practical guide to building a useful Power BI dashboard in an SME: choosing the right metrics, connecting your data and avoiding common mistakes.

July 9, 20262 min read
5 administrative processes to automate first in an SME
AutomationAdministration

5 administrative processes to automate first in an SME

Which administrative processes should an SME automate first? Five high-ROI projects: invoices, reminders, expense reports, onboarding, reporting.

July 7, 20261 min read
Succeeding at your cloud migration: the SME checklist
CloudMigration

Succeeding at your cloud migration: the SME checklist

Cloud migration for SMEs: key steps, benefits, risks and a practical checklist to succeed in moving to the cloud without nasty surprises.

July 5, 20262 min read
GDPR and automation: staying compliant when you connect your tools
GDPRCompliance

GDPR and automation: staying compliant when you connect your tools

Automating your processes while respecting GDPR: key principles, watch points and best practices for compliant workflows.

July 3, 20262 min read
Generative AI in business: concrete use cases and guardrails
Generative AIArtificial intelligence

Generative AI in business: concrete use cases and guardrails

How to use generative AI in business? Concrete use cases for SMEs, benefits, risks and guardrails for a controlled deployment.

July 1, 20262 min read