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    Buy vs Build: Making the Right Software Business Decision

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    Pico Tech TeamSoftware Engineers
    Jan 22, 2026
    Buy vs Build: Making the Right Software Business Decision

    Should you build your own software or buy a ready-made solution? We analyze the pros and cons to help you save money and time in your business journey today.

    The Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

    Building software isn't a one-time cost. It's a mortgage. You pay for hosting, security patches, bug fixes, and upgrades forever.

    The Opportunity Cost

    If you spend 6 months building a tool that you could buy for $50, what is the cost of the 6 months of lost sales? Usually, buying is the smarter move for non-core capabilities.

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