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Does it do the job?
How well the option supports the required workflow and controls.
Build vs buy software
Compare process changes, products, integrations and custom software
A build vs buy software decision is easier when products, integrations, process changes and custom development are compared against the same requirements and ownership costs.
Compare every option using the same requirements
Compare all four options before committing to one of them.
Same requirements, four optionsATC / system view
RequirementsUse the same criteria
Change processNo new product
BuyConfigure product
IntegrateConnect products
BuildOwn the software
Written comparisonDoes it work? · time · owner · full cost · switching
Use the same criteria
02
Time
How long it takes to buy, configure, connect, build and start using.
03
Ownership
Who controls the data, releases, support and future changes.
04
Full cost
Licence, build, integration, workarounds, support and the cost of switching away.