How do I decide to build or buy a feature in our SaaS?

Asked May 19, 2026 Answers 1 Votes 3
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Tech, SaaS & Engineering Leadership 📍 Cairo

We're a small startup in Cairo and have been debating whether to build a new reporting feature ourselves or buy an existing solution. We've looked at the costs, but I'm unsure how to weigh long-term maintenance against immediate investment.

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asked May 19, 2026 John Tooze
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You need to evaluate the importance of the feature. If it's core to your value proposition, consider building. If it's just a nice-to-have, buying might save time and resources.

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