The Khiliad Journal/Issue 06 · 2026

Thinking out loud.

Honest perspectives on software, AI, and technology decisions. No thought-leadership fluff. Just things we’ve learned building software for businesses that care about getting it right.

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Taalas HC1 Review: The AI Inference Chip That Changes What Fast Means

The Taalas HC1 hardwires Llama 3.1 8B into silicon and delivers up to 17,000 tokens per second. We tested it. Instant inference is real.

Jimmy Skowronski · 24 February 2026
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Young Talent: The Hidden Key to Digital Transformation Success

How welcoming our first post A-level apprentice into the team transformed our approach to talent development and sparked new thinking among our clients about the role of young talent in digital transformation.

Naz Keceli · 19 February 2026
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Why Early Scoping Is Essential for Custom Software Projects

Learn why scoping is the most important phase of any custom software project, and how getting it right upfront prevents costly surprises down the line.

Jimmy Skowronski, Vijay Patel · 13 February 2026
§ 13Announcement

Khiliad on Technology Services 4: What We Actually Offer Public Sector Buyers

Khiliad has been named as a supplier on Crown Commercial Service's Technology Services 4 framework (RM6190), offering 11 services across Lot 1 (Technology and Digital Consultancy) and Lot 5a (Application and Data Management) to support public sector organisations moving from AI strategy to practical adoption.

Khiliad · 1 February 2026
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AI Readiness in 2026: What Enterprise Failures Teach SMEs About Getting the Basics Right

Enterprise AI failures in 2025 offer a masterclass for SMEs. The winners in 2026 won't move first—they'll move smart.

Naz Keceli · 23 January 2026
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The Real Problem Isn't How to Build-It's What to Build

While AI and no-code tools promise 10x productivity, they've created a bigger problem: everyone can build, but nobody knows what to build. 42% of startups fail from lack of market need. The solution isn't better tools-it's better discovery.

Khiliad Team · 9 September 2025
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From Trees to Forest: The Real Impact of AI on Developer Productivity

AI promises 10x gains but delivers 26% productivity. The real transformation: shifting developers from tactical coding to strategic thinking. Real enterprise lessons included.

Khiliad Team · 26 August 2025
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The Hidden Costs of 12-Hour Time Differences: Why Agile Development Demands Nearshore

12-hour time zones break agile development. MIT study shows 2.5x coordination costs, 50% longer delivery. Why smart companies choose 2-hour nearshore over 12-hour offshore.

Khiliad Team · 23 August 2025
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Vibe Coding Delusion: Why AI Development Needs Discipline

Social media promises "entire apps from one prompt" but enterprise AI development requires professional practices. Why vibe coding fails and proper training is essential for production success.

Khiliad Team · 8 August 2025
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