Both approaches solve real problems. The right choice depends on how core the workflow is to your business, and how much you value control vs speed.
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The problem is generic (email, accounting, calendar) and you need to start immediately with minimal upfront cost.
The workflow is core to how you win or serve customers, and off-the-shelf tools force compromises that hurt operations or margins.
Buy generic. Build core. Most growing businesses use both — SaaS for commodity needs, custom software for the workflows that define them.
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