Founders Log

Mission Reports & Insights

Founders 101: SaaS Email Deliverability — Transactional vs. Marketing Emails

Mar 31, 2025

If you're building a SaaS product, getting email classification right is critical. Learn how to avoid spam folders, protect deliverability, and stay compliant.

Founders 101: SaaS Email Deliverability — Transactional vs. Marketing Emails

Mar 31, 2025

If you're building a SaaS product, getting email classification right is critical. Learn how to avoid spam folders, protect deliverability, and stay compliant.

I Want an App for My Business. Now what?

Mar 24, 2025

A Founder’s Guide to Bringing an App to Market — Minus the Agency Bloat

I Want an App for My Business. Now what?

Mar 24, 2025

A Founder’s Guide to Bringing an App to Market — Minus the Agency Bloat

Our Next App: What's under the hood.

Mar 13, 2025

We've been in the Eight Bit lab, crankin’ up the flux capacitor for our next app release. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s under the hood:

Our Next App: What's under the hood.

Mar 13, 2025

We've been in the Eight Bit lab, crankin’ up the flux capacitor for our next app release. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s under the hood:

Every Career Has Jumps. These Were Mine.

Mar 10, 2025

Your career isn’t a straight line. It’s a series of jumps. Here are the shifts that have defined my career:

Every Career Has Jumps. These Were Mine.

Mar 10, 2025

Your career isn’t a straight line. It’s a series of jumps. Here are the shifts that have defined my career:

No Figma. No Problem. A Designer Walks Into VS Code… and Lives to Tell the Tale.

Mar 7, 2025

Let me tell you why this screenshot is a big deal.

No Figma. No Problem. A Designer Walks Into VS Code… and Lives to Tell the Tale.

Mar 7, 2025

Let me tell you why this screenshot is a big deal.

The UX Force Awakens: Carolyn Chandler and Russ Unger Strike Back with a New Edition

Jan 22, 2024

Navigate the evolving universe of UX design with Carolyn and Russ's newly updated guide for designers at every level.

The UX Force Awakens: Carolyn Chandler and Russ Unger Strike Back with a New Edition

Jan 22, 2024

Navigate the evolving universe of UX design with Carolyn and Russ's newly updated guide for designers at every level.

Manual Software Design is on its Way Out—Here's What's Next

Oct 25, 2024

Manual Software Design is on its Way Out—Here's What's Next

Oct 25, 2024

Be Unstoppable: Discover the Tailored Software Advantages Overhauling Industry Standards!

Nov 7, 2023

Explore how custom software propels businesses ahead in a competitive market by addressing unique needs, enhancing efficiency, and preparing for future growth.

Be Unstoppable: Discover the Tailored Software Advantages Overhauling Industry Standards!

Nov 7, 2023

Explore how custom software propels businesses ahead in a competitive market by addressing unique needs, enhancing efficiency, and preparing for future growth.

Blockchain and Logistics -STOP- dating around already so you can get together and have a baby!

Sep 20, 2022

The trucking and logistics industries are just beginning to scratch the surface of what blockchain can do for them. As the technology continues to evolve and become more widely adopted, it is likely that we will see even more innovative and transformative uses for blockchain in the trucking and logistics industries.

Blockchain and Logistics -STOP- dating around already so you can get together and have a baby!

Sep 20, 2022

The trucking and logistics industries are just beginning to scratch the surface of what blockchain can do for them. As the technology continues to evolve and become more widely adopted, it is likely that we will see even more innovative and transformative uses for blockchain in the trucking and logistics industries.

Chicago trucking logistics technologies from LTL to ELD

Sep 20, 2022

Technology is always changing, and the trucking logistics space is no different. New technologies are being developed and used all the time to help trucking companies better manage their fleets and operations. 

Chicago trucking logistics technologies from LTL to ELD

Sep 20, 2022

Technology is always changing, and the trucking logistics space is no different. New technologies are being developed and used all the time to help trucking companies better manage their fleets and operations. 

Automated Dispatching in Chicago Trucking Logistics Technology (2 of 8)

Sep 20, 2022

Automated Dispatching technology automates the dispatch process, making it easier and faster for trucking companies to get their loads where they need to go.

Automated Dispatching in Chicago Trucking Logistics Technology (2 of 8)

Sep 20, 2022

Automated Dispatching technology automates the dispatch process, making it easier and faster for trucking companies to get their loads where they need to go.

Driver Safety Systems in Chicago Trucking Logistics Technology (4 of 8)

Sep 20, 2022

As the trucking industry looks to improve safety on our nation's highways, many fleets are turning to driver safety systems to help protect their drivers and cargo

Driver Safety Systems in Chicago Trucking Logistics Technology (4 of 8)

Sep 20, 2022

As the trucking industry looks to improve safety on our nation's highways, many fleets are turning to driver safety systems to help protect their drivers and cargo

Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) in Chicago Trucking Logistics Technology (5 of 8)

Sep 20, 2022

As the trucking industry looks for ways to improve safety and efficiency, many companies are turning to electronic logging devices (ELDs).

Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) in Chicago Trucking Logistics Technology (5 of 8)

Sep 20, 2022

As the trucking industry looks for ways to improve safety and efficiency, many companies are turning to electronic logging devices (ELDs).

Fleet Management Systems (FMS) in Chicago Trucking Logistics Technology (6 of 8)

Sep 20, 2022

A fleet maintenance system is a computerized system that helps trucking companies keep track of their vehicles and drivers, and schedule and track maintenance and repairs.

Fleet Management Systems (FMS) in Chicago Trucking Logistics Technology (6 of 8)

Sep 20, 2022

A fleet maintenance system is a computerized system that helps trucking companies keep track of their vehicles and drivers, and schedule and track maintenance and repairs.

GPS Tracking in Chicago Trucking Logistics Technology (3 of 8)

Sep 20, 2022

GPS tracking has become increasingly popular in recent years as a means of tracking vehicles, and trucking logistics is no different.

GPS Tracking in Chicago Trucking Logistics Technology (3 of 8)

Sep 20, 2022

GPS tracking has become increasingly popular in recent years as a means of tracking vehicles, and trucking logistics is no different.

Chicago trucking logistics technology – Opportunities to Innovation (1 of 8)

Sep 20, 2022

Technology is always changing, and the trucking logistics space is no different. New technologies are being developed and used to help trucking companies better manage their fleets and operations.

Chicago trucking logistics technology – Opportunities to Innovation (1 of 8)

Sep 20, 2022

Technology is always changing, and the trucking logistics space is no different. New technologies are being developed and used to help trucking companies better manage their fleets and operations.

Supply Chain Management Systems (SCM) in Chicago trucking logistics technology (8 of 8)

Sep 20, 2022

A SCM system is a software system that helps manage all aspects of the supply chain, from procurement to manufacturing to distribution.

Supply Chain Management Systems (SCM) in Chicago trucking logistics technology (8 of 8)

Sep 20, 2022

A SCM system is a software system that helps manage all aspects of the supply chain, from procurement to manufacturing to distribution.

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) in Chicago Trucking Logistics Technology (7 of 8)

Sep 20, 2022

A WMS is a software system that helps manage all aspects of warehouse operations, including receiving, putaway, picking, and shipping.

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) in Chicago Trucking Logistics Technology (7 of 8)

Sep 20, 2022

A WMS is a software system that helps manage all aspects of warehouse operations, including receiving, putaway, picking, and shipping.

CIO Cheatcodes - Establishing Slack Etiquette For Your Team

Sep 20, 2022

Slack was the most disruptive communication tool we made it our job to change the way we use the tool as a collective so that it works FOR us rather than against us

CIO Cheatcodes - Establishing Slack Etiquette For Your Team

Sep 20, 2022

Slack was the most disruptive communication tool we made it our job to change the way we use the tool as a collective so that it works FOR us rather than against us

CIO Cheatcodes - Mega-batching your team calendar to reduce stress and maximize productivity (1 of 2)

Sep 20, 2022

Mega-batching combined with calendar planning has proven to be an extremely effective productivity technique that can be used by individuals or teams. If you are looking to increase your efficiency and productivity, or reduce your stress levels, then mega-batching is definitely worth trying out.

CIO Cheatcodes - Mega-batching your team calendar to reduce stress and maximize productivity (1 of 2)

Sep 20, 2022

Mega-batching combined with calendar planning has proven to be an extremely effective productivity technique that can be used by individuals or teams. If you are looking to increase your efficiency and productivity, or reduce your stress levels, then mega-batching is definitely worth trying out.

CIO Cheatcodes - Mega-batching your team calendar to reduce stress and maximize productivity (2 of 2)

Sep 20, 2022

Have you guys ever wondered why you always have good ideas on a run or in the shower? It's related to routines – something you can build into your organization. This is part 2 in a series regarding mega-batching, a technique that Michael Hyatt coined in the book 'Free to Focus'. We took his ideas to the next level and asked, what would happen if we applied mega-batching to our entire team to reduce stress and improve productivity?

CIO Cheatcodes - Mega-batching your team calendar to reduce stress and maximize productivity (2 of 2)

Sep 20, 2022

Have you guys ever wondered why you always have good ideas on a run or in the shower? It's related to routines – something you can build into your organization. This is part 2 in a series regarding mega-batching, a technique that Michael Hyatt coined in the book 'Free to Focus'. We took his ideas to the next level and asked, what would happen if we applied mega-batching to our entire team to reduce stress and improve productivity?

Eight Bit Studios Named a Leading Developer in Chicago

Jun 23, 2022

Eight Bit Studios was awarded a spot as a Clutch Chicago Leader, a list of the most highly reviewed agencies and developers in the Chicago area.

Eight Bit Studios Named a Leading Developer in Chicago

Jun 23, 2022

Eight Bit Studios was awarded a spot as a Clutch Chicago Leader, a list of the most highly reviewed agencies and developers in the Chicago area.

Empathy: The Key to Bringing COVID Parents Back to Work after Parental Leave

Jun 14, 2022

A personal story of working with Eight Bit Studios on my parental leave plan, having a baby at the start of the outbreak in Chicago and returning from parental leave to a completely remote work life.

Empathy: The Key to Bringing COVID Parents Back to Work after Parental Leave

Jun 14, 2022

A personal story of working with Eight Bit Studios on my parental leave plan, having a baby at the start of the outbreak in Chicago and returning from parental leave to a completely remote work life.

Investing in Custom Software Benefits: Tailored Solutions to Unique Business Challenges

Nov 7, 2023

Investing in Custom Software Benefits: Tailored Solutions to Unique Business Challenges

Nov 7, 2023

The Untold Advantages of Custom Software Every Business Leader Should Know!

Nov 7, 2023

Explore the transformative potential of custom software through a tailored approach, ensuring a perfect fit for your business needs. Discover our development process, success stories, and why CIOs and directors should consider custom software solutions for strategic alignment and innovative business models. Unlock your business's untapped potential and embark on a transformative journey with custom software.

The Untold Advantages of Custom Software Every Business Leader Should Know!

Nov 7, 2023

Explore the transformative potential of custom software through a tailored approach, ensuring a perfect fit for your business needs. Discover our development process, success stories, and why CIOs and directors should consider custom software solutions for strategic alignment and innovative business models. Unlock your business's untapped potential and embark on a transformative journey with custom software.