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Remember buying software in a box? CDs, a printed license agreement, and it was yours. Forever.

That world is gone, and even the idea of "owning" digital goods is fading. https://en.specifiglobal.com/blog/how-software-applications-turned-into-being-utilities-like-electricity-gas-or-water/

Fabio Tantaro's latest piece traces the evolution of software licensing over the past two decades, from perpetual "buy once, own forever" licenses to a landscape now shaped by subscriptions, concurrent licensing, per-user models, freemium/open core, and token-based credits.

The direction it's heading should give every buyer pause: software is turning into a utility, billed based on actual consumption, the same way you'd pay for electricity or water.

Worth a read if you're thinking about how licensing models shape not just your costs, but your risk.

"With the right team, the sky is the limit"
As part of our reorganization, we are delighted to announce that Simon Lilley has been promoted to Director for International Consultants and Key Accounts at Specifi.

Simon has been a familiar and trusted presence in the Foodservice Industry, known for his work with consultants, dealers, and designers in the UK, Middle East and Australia. He is the best teammate you can have; when you need something, he is always there on your side with a sharp mind, critical thinking and very supportive approach.

In this role, Simon will help our new CEO Fabio Tantaro grow the relationships with foodservice consultants in Europe and ROW, and drive Specifi strategy across international markets, built on Simon's deep experience of the Industry.

Congratulations, Simon! We're excited to see this next chapter! 🎉

Thinking about building your own AI setup? Fabio Tantaro's latest post is worth your coffee break. https://en.specifiglobal.com/blog/diy-artificial-intelligence/

He digs into the real trade-offs between open-source and proprietary AI, breaks down how MCP is starting to change BIM workflows (yes, Claude can now talk directly to Revit), and calls out the "look how fast my local LLM runs" flex we've all seen on our feeds lately.

It's a sharp, honest take on where all this DIY AI hype is actually headed, and whether it's worth the money.

Give it a read!

"With the right team, the sky is the limit."
As part of our reorganization, we are happy to announce that Ilia Terzi has been promoted to Director of R&D at Specifi.

Ilia has been a key part of the Specifi team for over 15 years, the most loyal and talented person in this Industry when we are talking about design, BIM and any type of foodservice equipment specifications knowledge. He is the one you can rely on to make things happen, with a true passion and deep expertise in CAD and Revit modeling, data structure and content design solutions architecture.

In this new role, Ilia will help our new CEO Fabio Tantaro lead the new R&D strategy to oversee product innovation and technologies, and drive technical development by designing the new technical tools, configurators and planners for the Industry.

Congratulations, Ilia! We're looking forward to what's next. 🎉

Now Available in the Specifi eCatalog: Adande Refrigeration Blast Chill

The Adande Blast Chill VCS1/CT/BC is available in Specifi, making it easy to incorporate into your next project.

Whether you're building a project in Specifi Quote, Specifi Design, or Specifi Sketch, or simply need BIM, CAD, or Revit content through Specifi eCatalog, you can access accurate manufacturer-approved product data in just a few clicks.

Available on Adande VCS units, the Blast Chill option brings professional rapid cooling technology to compact kitchens. In an industry-first, the drawer seamlessly transitions between automated hard and soft blast chill cycles and standard refrigeration or freezer storage. It can rapidly chill up to 5 kg of food from 70°C to 3°C in 90 minutes, before automatically holding food at 3°C. Its insulated drawer design cools only the storage compartment rather than an entire cabinet, helping to reduce energy consumption.

For over 30 years, Adande Refrigeration have been delivering patented modular drawers that help commercial kitchens operate with absolute precision and efficiency.

Banksy's latest piece: a suited man marching forward, flag wrapped around his face. Confident stride. Zero visibility. That's a pretty good metaphor for how misinformation moves through B2B right now.

A few things worth sitting with, courtesy of a great read from our new CEO Fabio Tantaro: https://en.specifiglobal.com/blog/no-fake-news-good-news/

🔹 Fake news doesn't need malice to do damage
🔹 It spreads faster than the truth
🔹 Fact-checking is a habit, not a department
🔹 Authenticity is now a strategic asset, not a soft value

The flag doesn't guide the man. It blinds him. Worth asking: what's covering our own view right now?

Now Available in the Specifi Catalog: Angelo Po Grandi Cucine TAST.O Combi Oven

The Angelo Po TAST.O is now available in the Specifi catalog, making it easy to incorporate into your next foodservice project.

Whether you're building a project in Specifi Quote, Specifi Design, or Specifi Sketch, or simply need BIM, CAD, or Revit content through Specifi eCatalog, you can access accurate manufacturer-approved product data in just a few clicks.

Designed to simplify the demands of modern kitchens, TAST.O combines intuitive controls, consistent cooking performance, and smart connectivity to help operators deliver exceptional results with less effort. From guided recipes and multi-timers to automatic cleaning programs and energy monitoring, it's built to improve efficiency in kitchens of every size.

With over 100 years of foodservice innovation behind it, Angelo Po continues to deliver equipment that blends Italian craftsmanship with high-performance commercial kitchen technology—and it's all available through Specifi.

Specifi Appoints Fabio Tantaro to CEO Tantaro joined Specifi in 2011 and most recently served as president for Europe.

We're excited to announce that Fabio Tantaro has been appointed CEO for Europe & Rest of the World at Specifi. After more than 15 years with Specifi, Fabio steps into this role with a clear vision for the future of our industry:

"Our job is to make the specification process faster and more connected without making it more complicated." ~ Fabio Tantaro

As we continue investing in smarter digital tools and stronger industry collaboration, we're excited for what's ahead under Fabio's leadership.

Please join us in congratulating Fabio on this exciting new chapter!

Read the full announcement here: https://en.specifiglobal.com/blog/press-release-specifi-names-fabio-tantaro-chief-executive-officer/

Blockbuster, Kodak, BlackBerry: all market leaders who thought they'd "made it."

All gone (or nearly so) because they kept designing their business for the customers of yesterday.

This week's article from Fabio Tantaro here: https://en.specifiglobal.com/blog/the-measure-of-intelligence-is-the-ability-to-change/

The question isn't whether your industry is changing. It is.

The question is: are you designing for who your customer was, or who they're becoming?

In software, this hits even harder. The shift from desktop to cloud wasn't just a technical migration; it was a rethinking of everything.

Adapting is hard. But not adapting is fatal.