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[Home](https://tixer.be/en)Insights

# Insights for better software decisions.

When does custom software make sense, what does it cost and how does it compare with standard products? Find clear answers and honest trade-offs here.

[Discuss your process](https://tixer.be/en/contact?onderwerp=custom-software)[Compare custom and SaaS](#sectie-2)

Built around your work

**From spreadsheet to shared application**

**Choose from the process**

**From €99 per month**

**Decision guide**

**From question to decision**

Start with the problem, compare options and only then decide what should be built.

## Recognise the problem

Software questions often begin with work that has gradually become difficult rather than with technology.

### Replace Excel with software

When does a spreadsheet carry too much responsibility, and when is Excel still right?

[Explore: Replace Excel with software](https://tixer.be/en/insights/replace-excel-with-software)

### When to choose custom software

A decision framework for processes that do not fit an existing product well.

[Explore: When to choose custom software](https://tixer.be/en/insights/when-to-choose-custom-software)

## Compare the options

A good decision also says when standard software is the better route.

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### Custom software versus SaaS

Compare process fit, setup, integrations, operations and total cost.

[Explore: Custom software versus SaaS](https://tixer.be/en/insights/custom-software-vs-saas)

## Plan the investment

Make the first release concrete and assess the costs over its useful life.

### What does custom software cost?

What drives the investment and how do you compare proposals?

[Explore: What does custom software cost?](https://tixer.be/en/insights/custom-software-cost)

### Tixer's pricing model

How our initial investment and company-wide subscription work.

[Explore: Tixer's pricing model](https://tixer.be/en/pricing-model)

## Continue exploring

Find the detail that matches your question.

[Replace Excel with software](https://tixer.be/en/insights/replace-excel-with-software)[Custom software vs SaaS](https://tixer.be/en/insights/custom-software-vs-saas)[Custom software costs](https://tixer.be/en/insights/custom-software-cost)[When to choose custom](https://tixer.be/en/insights/when-to-choose-custom-software)

## Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to common questions.

Which topics does Tixer cover here?

Topics include choosing custom software, replacing Excel, comparing SaaS and understanding what custom software costs.

Is every article a sales page?

No. The guides support decisions and also explain when existing software remains the right choice.

Where can I find Tixer's services?

The services overview covers custom software, process automation, system integrations and Custom SaaS.

Where is Tixer's own pricing model explained?

On the separate pricing model page. The cost guide covers general factors.

Can I ask about my situation?

Yes. Use the contact page to outline your current process and main question.

## A question about your software choice?

Tell us what you're weighing up, and we'll look at it from the process outward.

[Discuss your process](https://tixer.be/en/contact?onderwerp=custom-software)

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