Straight talk on automation and AI in the Mittelstand.

AI Builder credits are ending: what Power Automate users need to clarify by November 2026

Screen Scraping or API: When RPA Is Really Still Necessary

Screen scraping is quickly dismissed as a step backward. It is only justified when a system has no interface. When that is the case, and when it is not.

DATEV AI Workshop and DUO capture mask: is that enough for accounting firms?

The DATEV AI Workshop is often confused with receipt automation. We separate the terms, show the real limits of the posting assistant, and explain when the DATEV stack is enough.

Adapting n8n workflows: why a community template rarely suffices

A ready-made n8n workflow from the community imports quickly. Until it runs reliably in daily operations, it usually needs error handling, monitoring, clean hosting, and maintenance. We show where the gaps are and when guidance is worthwhile.

CRM automation in construction companies: quotes, variations and follow-ups with n8n

Construction firms know how to write quotes. Following up is what falls by the wayside amid the daily grind on site, and that is exactly where jobs are lost. How n8n connects email, CRM and calendar into a follow-up engine, without you having to switch your systems.

Understanding UiPath licences: what mid-sized businesses really need

The UiPath licensing model reads like a catalogue without price tags. We explain the building blocks in plain terms, show a typical SME starter setup and say honestly when n8n or Power Automate is the more affordable choice.

What does n8n cost in a company? License, hosting and operation, honestly calculated

n8n is available from 20 euros a month in the cloud or free of license cost for self-hosting. That sounds simple, but it is not. We calculate honestly where the real costs lie: not in the license, but in setup and operation.

Power Automate Premium Connector Costs: The Trap for Small License Budgets

A Flow works in testing, then an error appears when you save it, or the bill jumps up. The reason is almost always a Premium Connector. We explain when it's needed and what the Premium license costs per user or per Flow.

ISO 27001 and external automation partners: What SMEs should focus on when selecting

An ISO 27001 certificate from your automation partner reassures you, but it does not tell the whole story. What to actually check when selecting a partner.