The Essential AI Step Most Businesses Are Missing
Most AI pilots fail because the AI is disconnected from the systems the business runs on. The connection problem is solved for mainstream software. For the custom and industry-specific applications most established businesses depend on, it is not, and no vendor is coming.
Claude for Small Business: What It Actually Does
Part of our Practical AI series — tactical, tool-specific looks at what’s actually usable in AI right now. New to AI for business generally? Start with our beginner’s guide first. Claude for Small Business is a free toggle inside Claude Cowork that connects Claude directly to the business tools you already use — QuickBooks, HubSpot, […]
AI Integration in Business: How It Works (and Why It’s Different Than It Was a Year Ago)
Editor’s Note: This article is part of Ticomix’s monthly “Making AI Work” series, where we explore practical ways organizations are applying AI, automation, and modern business technology. For the past couple of years, AI integration in business has looked something like this: open a tab, copy some data from your CRM, paste it in, ask […]
Is ChatGPT Winning the Business Battle?
For years, Microsoft and Google have been considered the default providers of business productivity tools. Copilot integrates directly into Office. Gemini connects into Google Workspace. But in the middle of that fight, ChatGPT has been carving out a surprisingly strong role in the enterprise. At Ticomix, we’ve seen firsthand how business leaders are moving beyond […]
AI at Work: ChatGPT Connectors and Copilot Researcher
We all know the daily grind of digging through emails, chasing down files, or double-checking whether that PowerPoint really follows brand guidelines. These tasks eat up hours and, honestly, aren’t the best use of anyone’s time. But what if you could let AI handle them for you? That’s exactly what we’ve been exploring at Ticomix. […]
Proposal Automation for Sales Teams: How to Cut Time by 80% with AI
Transform your sales team’s process with powerful proposal automation for sales teams. See how Ticomix’s custom AI solution streamlines creation, boosts consistency, and saves 80% of your time.
7 Real-World Enterprise AI Solutions Your Company Can Learn From
When most companies talk about AI, they focus on chatbots or content generation. But for forward-thinking organizations, AI is becoming more than a tool. It’s infrastructure. OpenAI’s recent report, AI in the Enterprise, shows how global leaders are using enterprise AI solutions to scale operations, reduce costs, and create new business value. If you’re a […]
Deep Research: Transform Days of Work into Minutes with AI’s Latest Breakthrough
Imagine having a tireless research assistant who can produce comprehensive, fully-cited reports in minutes. That’s the power of Deep Research, and it’s now accessible to businesses of all sizes. What is Deep Research? Deep Research is a significant advancement in AI functionality that allows you to transform your ChatGPT assistant into a powerful research tool. […]
How to Build an AI Chatbot in Microsoft Teams
AI chatbots are transforming workplace efficiency, and setting one up is simpler than you might think. In their latest video, Mark and Sebastian from Ticomix demonstrate how they used Microsoft Copilot Studio to build an HR chatbot in Teams called People Pulse. They’re happy to report that this process is low-cost, easy to implement, and […]
Practical AI: Train Faster, Learn Better with AI Training Tools and NotebookLM
Lately, many business leaders have been asking, “How can we use AI in a practical way?” It’s not just about the theory—it’s about finding tools that work for real-world needs. In their first video together, Mark and Sebastian from Ticomix share one of their new favorite AI training tools: NotebookLM. If you’re looking to make […]
Custom Estimates for Pool Covers: Exploring AI Solutions
In custom manufacturing industries where precision is key, traditional estimation methods can be bottlenecks, hindering efficiency and scalability. Take custom pool covers, for example—each one must be precisely tailored to fit unique pool dimensions. The conventional estimation process requires on-site visits, meticulous measurements, and a lot of back-and-forth, which can stretch over weeks and doesn’t […]
Balancing AI with Human Expertise
In this episode, the Ticomix team explores the limitations of artificial intelligence and why human expertise is essential for achieving accurate results. Join Tim Acona, Mark Perez, Dave Knoup, and Sebastian Igreti as they discuss how AI and human creativity can work together to overcome challenges like AI “hallucinations” and drive innovation in custom software […]