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• Feb 8, 2026The Software Reckoning: Why Smaller, Tailored Solutions Are the Future
For the last decade, the playbook was simple:
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Insights
Thoughts on strategy, efficiency, and the practical application of AI in the enterprise.
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• Feb 8, 2026Why I Built six50 (and Who It’s For)
In my last post, I talked about something a lot of founders and operators are feeling right now:
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• Jan 22, 2026Welcome — I’m Adil
Most people don’t follow a straight line.
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Operations & Finance
2 Cents from six50: The $3,200/Month Mistake Hiding in Manual Invoicing
Businesses lose $2,500–$4,000 per month not because customers won’t pay — but because invoices are sent late. Fixing this takes less than 7 days.
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Strategy & AI
2 Cents from six50: Why 70% of “AI Projects” Never Pay Off
Most AI initiatives fail because they automate activity, not outcomes. Projects tied to a measurable metric are 3× more likely to deliver ROI within 90 days.
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Operations & Efficiency
2 Cents from six50: One Automation That Saves 12 Hours a Week
Automating internal approvals (quotes, discounts, invoices, POs) saves 8–15 hours/week and reduces delays by 30–50% — with minimal tech changes.
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Automation Strategy
2 Cents from six50: The 3-Tool Rule That Keeps Automation from Failing
Automation stacks with more than 3 core tools see adoption drop by 40%. Fewer tools = higher usage, lower failure rates.
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Process Optimization
2 Cents from six50: Why Faster Automation Isn’t Always Better
Automating a broken process can make things worse. Teams that stabilize workflows first see 2× faster ROI and fewer rework cycles.
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