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Jul 1, 2026 | Brad Groux
Before Businesses Adopt Codex, Define Its Permission Model
Codex permissions are not just a developer setting. For business adoption, named work modes, scoped access, reviewable policy, and verification need to come before the prompt library.
Jun 23, 2026 | Brad Groux
How Digital Meld Built a Power Apps Code App with OpenClaw and Codex
Digital Meld used OpenClaw, Codex, GitHub issues, Power Platform, and Dataverse to turn messy cross-functional business context into a deployed Power Apps Code App with a durable delivery trail.
Jun 12, 2026 | Brad Groux
Veritas Kanban 5.0 Launches as an Agentic AI Command Center
Veritas Kanban 5.0 turns a local-first board into an operating layer for AI-assisted work, with signed macOS delivery, SQLite-backed storage, RBAC, audit trails, workflows, and agent integration surfaces.
Jun 11, 2026 | Brad Groux
Digital Meld at Microsoft Build 2026 with OpenClaw, GitHub, and Microsoft
Digital Meld joined OpenClaw, GitHub, and Microsoft at Microsoft Build 2026 for booth conversations, a GitHub speaking session, a recording session, and the OpenClaw after-hours event at GitHub.
May 1, 2026 | Digital Meld
Democracy Is the Guardrail: Our Case at Houston’s AI Debate
At the World Affairs Council of Greater Houston’s Oxford-style AI debate, we argued that democratic leadership in AI capability is a prerequisite for enforceable safety, accountability, and public control.
Feb 27, 2026 | Brad Groux
The AI Operating Model: Governance, Brand Experience, and Execution for Business | Episode #0035 by Start Small, Think Big
In this episode of the Start Small Think Big podcast, Brad Groux and Allen Martinez delve into the intricate relationship between AI, governance, and brand experience. They discuss the importance of coherence in AI systems, the necessity of establishing a solid governance framework, and the role of accountability...
Feb 20, 2026 | Brad Groux
Vibe Coding vs Real Systems: The Truth About Shipping AI and AI Agents in Production | Episode #0034 by Start Small, Think Big
Building scalable digital systems doesn't require reinventing the wheel—it requires understanding what problem you're actually solving. In this episode, Brad Groux talks with Matt Dorman, co-founder of NDEVR, about the intersection of AI, automation, and business process optimization. They explore how mid-market...
Jan 27, 2026 | Brad Groux
How a Non-Tech Entrepreneur Uses AI 100 Times a Day, with Randy Gage | Episode #0033 by Start Small, Think Big
In this episode of the Start Small Think Big podcast, host Brad Groux welcomes Randy Gage, an entrepreneur and author with a unique perspective on the intersection of AI and personal growth. Randy shares his remarkable journey from a troubled youth, including time spent in jail, to becoming a successful coach and...
Jan 23, 2026 | Brad Groux
AI Automation That Pays Off: Speed-to-Lead and Reactivation with Michael Elliott | Episode #0032 by Start Small, Think Big
In this episode, Brad Groux and Michael Elliott discuss the transformative power of AI and automation in business. Michael shares his personal journey from struggling with depression to becoming a successful entrepreneur managing multiple seven-figure businesses. They explore the importance of authenticity in...
Dec 16, 2025 | Brad Groux
AI for the Mid-Market: How Small Wins, Private LLMs, and Automation Scale Businesses | Episode #0031 by Start Small, Think Big
In this episode of the Start Small Think Big podcast, Brad and Robert from Digital Meld engage with John Ohlwiler from Sentry Technology Solutions to discuss the transformative potential of AI and automation for mid-market businesses. They explore the importance of structured processes, the challenges smaller...
Dec 8, 2025 | Brad Groux
Engineering Intelligence: Safe AI, Smart Agents, & the Future of Collective Machines | Episode #0030 by Start Small, Think Big
In this episode, Brad and Robert engage with Craig A. Kaplan, a seasoned expert in AI, discussing the evolution of artificial intelligence from its inception to its current state and future implications. They explore the importance of human oversight, the concept of AGI and superintelligence, and the role of...
Dec 2, 2025 | Brad Groux
Aggie Innovators: How Texas A&M Students Are Igniting the Future of AI and Business | Episode #0029 by Start Small, Think Big
In this episode of the Start Small Think Big podcast, Brad Groux discusses the Aggie Innovators event at Texas A&M, which aims to foster innovation and collaboration among students interested in AI and entrepreneurship. The event features student ambassadors who share their projects and experiences, emphasizing the...