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Nick McKenna

We are computer programmers at heart and implementing high quality, tailored systems to suit your needs is what we do best. We have been delivering revenue generating, time saving and life changing bespoke software development in Harrogate, Yorkshire since 2004.

WOPI, Microsoft Office Add-Ins And AI

By Nick McKenna | 20th November 2024
WOPI, Microsoft Office Add-Ins And AI

WOPI, MICROSOFT OFFICE ADD-INS AND AI This is our first video about integrating your web application with Microsoft WOPI, Microsoft Add-Ins and Artificial Intelligence. If you want to learn more about these technologies an there integration, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us today!

AI Machine Learning in IoT Security: Techniques and Tips

By Nick McKenna | 18th November 2024
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With the steady rise of machine learning and AI in Internet of Things applications has come new security concerns. Machine learning has become a vital player in addressing IoT security challenges, operating to elevate the resilience of IoT ecosystems against threats. In this blog, we’ll … more

AI and Software Development in 2024

By Nick McKenna | 4th November 2024
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AI and software development. Where do we start? Artificial intelligence has significantly impacted the software development industry so far and is showing no signs of slowing down, and the role of software developers is adjusting swiftly with it. So, with innovations occurring left, right, and … more

Developing Custom Microsoft Outlook Add-Ins to Integrate with CRM Systems

By Nick McKenna | 14th October 2024
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Ready to boost your productivity and streamline your workflow with a CRM Outlook add-in? Efficiency and integration between tools are more important than ever. If you’re looking to improve your own business results, you may be interested in learning about custom Microsoft Outlook add-ins and … more

The Benefits of Using Elastic Path for Complex eCommerce Development

By Nick McKenna | 7th October 2024
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eCommerce is constantly changing, meaning that today’s businesses are always on the lookout for new platforms that offer flexibility, scalability, and features to cater to complex requirements. Enter Elastic Path, a leading solution for enterprises looking to build sophisticated eCommerce ecosystems. While you may already … more

Enhancing Legal Software Development with Custom Word Add-Ins

By Nick McKenna | 3rd October 2024
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Are you leveraging the benefits of Word add-ins? As a legal professional, you’ll often rely on Microsoft Word for drafting, reviewing, and finalising documents, but custom Word add-ins can significantly transform this process. The standard features of Word may not always meet the specific needs … more

Unlocking Insights into the Use of AI in Business Analytics

By Nick McKenna | 23rd September 2024
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The use of AI in business analytics is becoming increasingly popular, transforming the way organisations make decisions and streamline operations. Whether you’re a business analyst wondering how your role will change with the implementation of AI development services, a business wanting to know how to … more

Top 12 AI Future Trends to Watch Out for

By Nick McKenna | 16th September 2024
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Are you as excited as we are to uncover the top AI future trends? At McKenna Consultants, our team is enthralled by how artificial intelligence continues to evolve, introducing innovations we could never have imagined. The evolution of AI is shaping our future in transformative … more

Balancing Innovation and The Ethics of AI in Business

By Nick McKenna | 2nd September 2024
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AI development services have been around for some time now, sparking the controversial topic of ethical issues of AI in business. AI has been argued to change our world for the better. Indeed, many businesses have started implementing AI solutions, increasingly depending on innovative tools … more

What is Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)?

By Nick McKenna | 27th June 2024

As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly present in our lives, you may have come across RAG – but what is retrieval-augmented generation? In this post, we’ll discuss what retrieval-augmented generation is in AI, examples in practice, and the pros and cons so you can make the … more