Blog — Custom CRM Development
Architecture, APIs and real-world custom CRM/ERP development use cases
The July 28, 2026 MCP Specification: What Breaks (and What Gets Simpler) for Your Custom CRM
Stateless core, multi round-trip requests, header-based routing, DCR deprecation: the technical detail of the most significant MCP update si...
AI in a Custom-Built CRM: The Real Cost Breakdown for 2026
Auto-summarization, lead scoring, a conversational assistant: what does each AI building block actually cost in a custom CRM? A detailed bre...
The TCO of a Custom-Built CRM vs. Salesforce Over 5 Years
'Custom-built is too expensive' — is that always true? A total cost of ownership analysis over 5 years to help you make an informed decision...
Integrating a Legacy ERP with a Modern API: Approaches and Pitfalls
AS400, SAP, Oracle, in-house ERP — connecting a legacy system to a modern CRM is one of the most complex challenges in enterprise software. ...
Designing a REST API for a Custom Business CRM: Best Practices
A poorly designed API costs a fortune to fix later. Here are the principles I apply when designing robust REST APIs for custom-built CRM sys...
NestJS for a CRM Backend: Why This Framework?
NestJS has become the go-to Node.js framework for enterprise backend applications. Here's why it's my preferred choice for custom-built CRM ...
Custom CRM vs. Off-the-Shelf: How to Make the Right Call
Salesforce, Odoo, or custom-built? This guide helps you objectively evaluate the choice between an off-the-shelf CRM and a custom solution b...