The Difference Between Software Problems and Process Problems

Chaos simplified

Why adding more tech won’t fix broken systems. Over the years, I’ve noticed a pattern:Whenever something breaks in a business, the default reaction is –“Let’s add a new software.” But most “software problems” are actually process problems in disguise. A tool cannot fix a broken workflow. It can only amplify what already exists. If the … Read more

Why Non-Core Procurement Is More Broken Than Companies Realize

Clean the clutter

And how a process-first approach changes everything. Non-core procurement is the silent chaos in most organizations. It doesn’t make the headlines.It doesn’t get strategic attention.It doesn’t have a dedicated owner. But it silently drains money, time, and clarity. When we built Shoppeboard at Nine Software Solutions, we studied procurement workflows across hundreds of companies. The … Read more