Michigan Software Labs

Are you thinking about using AI to help solve a complex business challenge? Here’s our advice: start small. -Begin with a proof of concept to test feasibility. -Identify repetitive tasks that AI can automate. -Ensure AI complements your team’s expertise. We break down this process with a real-world AI simulation in our latest blog. https://bit.ly/3R1K93N

Imagine this scenario: Manual quality control catches most defects on your production line, but a few slip through. When this happens, it leads to costly delays and rework. How could AI help? In our latest blog, we explore how AI vision could catch defects in real time. The result? -Faster production times -Improved quality assurance -Lower costs This is how AI becomes a partner in manufacturing. See how we’d approach building a solution like this and get a better understanding of how MichiganLabs could be your partner for creating an AI-powered digital product. https://bit.ly/4i8s7c4

Our co-founder and partner Mark Johnson is heading to SxSW! He'll be closely following the technology track and soaking up as much as he can. You can also catch him speaking at TEDxTexas Tech on March 9. If we don't see you at SxSW, we’ll be sharing summaries here (and on his personal account) of what we’re seeing and learning.

AI can be a game-changer for digital products. But success starts with a strong foundation: a defined business challenge and quality data. We work with clients to validate their ideas, ensuring AI is the right fit to solve their problem and deliver meaningful results. Should you use AI in your next digital product? That's exactly the topic of our latest blog: https://bit.ly/40uDyDz

For us, leadership means more than a role. It’s a mindset shaped by our core values: ? Build like we’d like it built for us ? Partner with humility ? Be better together ? Grow through constant curiosity Every day, our talented team members embody these values as they take the lead on projects and inspire new solutions. #NationalLeadershipDay

At MichiganLabs, we love exploring the possibilities of AI with our innovative clients. Wondering what it takes to create a digital product that uses the unique benefits of AI? Here’s how we approach it. https://bit.ly/3WzrmQC

We all benefit from bringing more women into technology. Michigan Software Labs is committed to empowering the next generation of tech experts and business leaders —especially in our West Michigan community. We're excited to sponsor this local event, and for several of our women developers to serve as coaches.

Happy 10th anniversary to Jeff Kloosterman, our head of product development! Over the past decade with Michigan Software Labs, Jeff has truly done it all—tackling every role in our product development department with a mix of technical knowledge and client focus. He is an advocate for his team, prioritizing their growth and professional development. We’re so lucky to have Jeff on our team!

The excitement around artificial intelligence (AI) is impossible to ignore. We see headlines every day about new AI tools, companies racing to integrate machine learning, and industries being disrupted. It’s enough to make any business leader ask: Should we be using AI, too? It’s a great question—because AI can unlock innovative solutions that once felt out of reach. In our latest blog, we explore why product validation is essential when deciding how to integrate AI into your digital strategy. Here’s the quick takeaway. Validation ensures you: ? Reduce risk ? Focus on solving the right problem ? Ask the questions that matter https://bit.ly/4gd912N

Join the West Michigan Product Community for their February meetup: one week from today! The group will dive into some key moments from Disney’s wild ride in the streaming world. They’ll break down: ? Original content: How much does it really matter? ? Ads in streaming: Where is this headed? ? BAMTech’s impact: How it shaped tiered pricing and personalization ? DVDs to streaming: The shift before smart TVs took over ? Netflix & Disney: What led to Disney+? Come for the discussion, stay for the networking. We’d love to see you there! Wednesday, February 12 5–6:30pm Michigan Software Labs https://bit.ly/4hDPxp1