Orases

We spend our days building technology. For our annual retreat, we decided to unplug. 🔌

Our 2026 retreat, Orases Unplugged, gave our team a chance to step away from screens and the day-to-day and spend some real time together.

From team challenges and collaboration to music around the fire and plenty of laughs, the retreat was a chance to connect in a way that doesn’t always happen in our normal work environment.

Technology is at the heart of what we do, but our people are at the heart of how we do it.

ZERO.

That’s the number of midsize manufacturers that have fully operationalized AI, and it’s what Tyler Boykin, VP of Software Sales at Orases, put on the screen at the International Manufacturing Technology Show during his keynote, “The AI Trap: Why Most Manufacturers Fail and How the Best Ones Break Free.”

Tyler challenged manufacturers to look beyond AI adoption and ask what it actually takes to move AI into production.

Manufacturers are experimenting with AI, running pilots and investing in new tools. But turning those efforts into measurable results on the plant floor is where the real challenge begins.

Start with the problem. Measure the baseline. Find the root cause. Then determine where AI can make a difference.

The next phase of AI in manufacturing isn’t adoption. It’s ex*****on.

We’re grateful to IMTS for inviting Tyler to the stage and to everyone who joined him in Chicago for the conversation. 🦬

We’re hiring at Orases! 🚀

We have two new opportunities for talented professionals looking to make an impact:
🔎 Business Analyst
Help turn client needs into clear requirements and successful software solutions while owning analysis, testing, UAT, and more.
Apply Now: https://orases.bamboohr.com/careers/81

🛒 Account Manager, Shopper Marketing
Bring your CPG, grocery, or shopper marketing expertise to a revenue-generating role where you’ll prospect, close new business, and own client programs from start to finish. Apply Now: https://orases.bamboohr.com/careers/80

✨ Both roles offer flexible remote work
🏆 Join an award-winning company with a collaborative culture
📈 Grow your career while working on meaningful projects

Business Analyst: 2–5 years of relevant BA, BSA, QA, or delivery experience.

Account Manager: 5+ years of proven quota-carrying sales experience plus CPG, grocery retail, shopper marketing, or food broker experience.

Ready for your next opportunity? Explore both openings and apply through the links above.

AI can write the code. But who decides if it’s the right code?

As AI makes software development faster and more accessible, engineering expertise becomes even more important. Aaron Diefes takes a closer look at what happens when everyone has access to the same tools and why the real advantage comes from knowing how to use them well.

Read “AI Makes Development Faster. Engineering Expertise Makes It Better.”

https://orases.com/blog/ai-makes-development-faster-engineering-expertise-makes-it-better/

Manufacturers are under constant pressure to move faster, improve efficiency, and do more with the resources they have. Your technology should help drive that progress, not slow it down. ⚙️

The International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) starts in Chicago next week, and we’re looking forward to connecting with manufacturers at McCormick Place.

Our VP of Sales, Tyler Boykin, will be taking the stage to unpack why so many manufacturers struggle to break through operational challenges and what the most successful ones are doing differently.

We’ll also be talking custom software, data strategy, AI, and process automation built specifically for manufacturing environments.

If you’re attending IMTS, send us a message to connect with our team during the show.

See you September 14–19! 👇

A pilot is a question, not an answer.

Yet organizations often treat a growing number of AI pilots as proof that they have an AI strategy. The problem? Pilots can continue indefinitely when there is no clear definition of success or decision attached to the outcome.

Every AI initiative should answer one question: What business metric will this move? That’s the difference between experimenting with AI and using it strategically.

Our CEO Damoulakis explores why AI adoption is only the starting point, and why business outcomes are what actually define success.

Read the full article in Forbes Technology Council: https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbestechcouncil/2026/09/02/ai-adoption-is-easy-business-results-are-hard/

What should come before the latest technology trend? The business problem you’re trying to solve.

Kevin Long, Director of Product Management at Orases, explores why the smartest software decisions start with understanding the problem, not chasing whatever technology is making headlines.

Read Kevin’s perspective in “Stop Chasing Software Trends. Start Solving Real Business Problems.”

https://orases.com/blog/stop-chasing-software-trends-start-solving-real-business-problems/

We’re thrilled to announce that Orases has been named to the 2026 Fortune Best Small Workplaces™ List, ranking #28! 🎉

That’s a huge jump from our #84 ranking in 2025, and we couldn’t be prouder.

This recognition reflects the incredible culture, values, and dedication of every person on our team. We believe that when people are empowered to do their best work, our clients benefit, too.

Partner with a team that’s passionate about what they do: https://orases.com/schedule-consultation/

Every organization's AI journey looks different. Some are exploring what's possible. Some are testing use cases. Others are ready to scale AI across the business.

The real challenge isn't adopting AI. It's knowing how to move from experimentation to ex*****on and from potential to measurable business value.

That's where Orases comes in.

We guide organizations through every stage of the AI journey, helping build AI strategies that align with business goals, solve real problems, and deliver lasting results.

Where is your organization on its AI journey?

Visit orases.com to learn how we can help you take the next step.

Back-to-back recognition from Forbes Technology Council

Our CEO, .damoulakis, was recently featured in consecutive Forbes Technology Council expert panel articles, sharing insights on two topics shaping the future of business technology.

From reducing waste through smarter technology decisions to connecting AI systems for greater business impact, Nick continues to help organizations move beyond technology adoption and focus on measurable outcomes.

We're proud to see his expertise recognized alongside other industry leaders.

Read more now:
🔗 The Internal Initiatives Tech Leaders Are Prioritizing In 2H2026:
https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbestechcouncil/2026/07/27/the-internal-initiatives-tech-leaders-are-prioritizing-in-2h2026/

🔗 Smart, Practical Ways to Make Technical Operations More Sustainable: https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbestechcouncil/2026/07/24/smart-practical-ways-to-make-technical-operations-more-sustainable/

Smart, Practical Ways To Make Technical Operations More Sustainable Companies can often reduce their environmental impact by improving efficiency, limiting waste and getting more value from the technology they already use.