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Richmond, VA | April 1, 2026 Richmond-based technology consulting firm earns recognition for its people-first culture and commitment to accelerating employee success. UDig, a technology consulting firm that helps companies shape and build the digital experiences that drive unique, competitive advantages, has been named one of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Virginia by Virginia Business, […]
Richmond, VA | April 1, 2026 Richmond-based technology consulting firm earns recognition for its people-first culture and commitment to accelerating employee success. UDig, a technology consulting firm that helps companies shape and build the digital experiences that drive unique, competitive advantages, has been named one of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Virginia by Virginia Business, […]
When UDig was asked to explore ways to accelerate delivery, the brief was intentionally open-ended, inviting the team to rethink existing processes and challenge assumptions. One area quickly emerged as a clear opportunity: discovery. While essential, discovery can slow momentum when large volumes of requirements must be manually translated into user stories. Like most projects, […]
Our recent exploration into generative analytics uncovered exciting possibilities for the future of business intelligence. We set out with a broad goal: to democratize analytics insights and eliminate bottlenecks by giving users a personal data analyst. The result was GenBI, an internal proof of concept demonstrating how large language models can sit on top of structured datasets, translate natural language into SQL, and generate accurate charts in […]
Richmond, VA | December 17, 2025 UDig, a technology consulting firm focused on intuitive, adoption-first solutions that deliver measurable customer impact, announced a new partnership with Coresight Research, the leading research and advisory firm specializing in retail and technology. The relationship expands UDig’s role in the retail industry and creates new opportunities to help retailers leverage, adopt, and scale AI with greater […]
Everyone’s talking about AI, but how do you actually move from buzz to business impact? We sat down with UDig CTO Josh Bartels to break down what it really takes to move beyond experimentation and build meaningful, scalable adoption across the enterprise. Q: How can organizations move beyond experimentation and start realizing real value with […]
The CNBC AI Summit in Nashville wasn’t just another tech event. It was a thoughtful showcase of where artificial intelligence meets business, art, regulation, and the future of work, all staged in a jaw-dropping venue that perfectly framed the city’s iconic skyline. Comfortable seating encouraged real conversation, and the fluid setup made it more like […]
Built during UDig’s internal Airwave program, this prototype delivers automated Google Ads intelligence that pinpoints what’s working and what’s not, freeing teams from manual reporting and boosting ROI through faster, data-driven decisions.
Built during UDig’s internal Airwave program, this prototype lets users explore enterprise data in plain language through a conversational interface that translates questions into SQL and instantly returns results as charts or insights.
Automates visual QA by checking builds against design specs and rules, flagging inconsistencies early so teams deliver higher-quality products, faster handoffs, and smoother launches.
Accelerate AI adoption with clarity. By tuning into the right wavelength, enterprises move past the noise, build fluency fast, and turn experiments into scalable business impact.
This summer, four talented students from universities across the Southeast joined UDig as interns, bringing curiosity and fresh perspectives to the table. Sarah Galloway is studying Industrial Design at Georgia Institute of Technology. Vansh Joshi is a Computer Science major at the University of Tennessee – Knoxville. Kat Leon is pursuing Computer Science at Virginia […]
Nashville, Tennessee – August 6, 2025 — UDig, a leading technology consulting firm, is proud to announce its participation as a Gold Sponsor of the inaugural CNBC AI Summit, taking place on October 15, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. The CNBC AI Summit will convene top executives, entrepreneurs, and AI leaders to explore how artificial intelligence […]
In this video, our CTO Josh Bartels and the EVP of Consulting break down why document intelligence is more than search—it’s a productivity engine. From surfacing hidden insights to speeding up decision-making, they share how smart organizations are turning static files into strategic assets.
Whether you are “all in” on artificial intelligence (AI) or a skeptic, the reality is progression is happening daily and the opportunity to capitalize is now. Many manufacturers and distributors are rapidly adopting AI, automation, and smart technologies to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and enhance customer engagement. AI and associated automation are going to transform […]
Ever wondered what a day in the life of one of our consultants looks like? This series dives into the details! Today, we’re spotlighting Connor Dolan, an AI Consultant based in Richmond, VA. Here’s a glimpse into their typical day. Morning I’m definitely a morning person. I like to get up early, have a small […]
Our recent exploration into AI agent frameworks revealed fascinating insights about the practical implementation of autonomous business processes. By building three distinct proof of concepts using Make.com, N8N, and CrewAI, we discovered that each platform offers unique strengths for different automation scenarios. From meeting preparation to project management and resource allocation, these AI agents demonstrated […]
Full distributed tracing and exception capture for any application — without writing a single line of instrumentation code. View the source code on GitHub → The Premise Observability is essential for understanding what’s happening inside your services, but instrumenting an application by hand — adding trace spans, logging calls, and metric counters throughout your codebase […]
Ever wondered what a day in the life of one of our consultants looks like? This series dives into the details! Today, we’re spotlighting Tate Steinour, a Senior Software Engineering Consultant based in Richmond, VA. Here’s a glimpse into their typical day: Morning I usually start my day around 7 a.m., which is much earlier than […]
People often ask me the same question when they find out that I played college football: “Do you miss it?” On the surface, it’s a bad question with an obvious answer. Yes. However, if I give myself a minute to sit with that question, the answer is more nuanced. Yes, I miss playing football, but […]
Josh Bartels, UDig CTO, joined Wayne Eckerson, Elliott Cordo, and Carlos Bossy, during a recent Insight Jam Session exploring the growing collision between software and data engineering teams as AI reshapes enterprise applications. The group tackled cultural friction, practical solutions, and the future of a unified engineering discipline in an AI-driven world.
Modernizing a legacy sales platform in a large enterprise isn’t just a technical challenge, it’s a cultural and operational one. On a recent project with a Fortune 500 organization, several past attempts to replace the aging ERP system failed. Why? Because those efforts treated modernization as a software delivery exercise, not an adoption journey. When […]
Better questions lead to better design. In my years as a UI/UX designer, I’ve learned that many design challenges may come from misalignment at the start. Discovery sessions are where product clarity is either made or missed. These are a few discovery questions I consistently return to in the discovery phase of my UX design […]
At UDig, play is an integral part of our philosophy. “Having fun” is embedded in our culture, and we always find opportunities to use play to encourage collaboration, ignite creativity, and make room for bold experimentation to build stronger teams and solve problems ranging from the seemingly simple to the most complex. I always have […]
Have you ever wondered why your big idea never becomes a reality? Of course you have, and the truth is, there could be any number of reasons why: it’s too risky, or too expensive, or too disruptive to operations. The list could go on, and as technology experts, we hear these explanations (valid or not) […]
When organizations decide it’s time to modernize their technology infrastructure, choosing the right approach is crucial. Modernization isn’t merely a technical upgrade; it’s a strategic business move that significantly impacts growth, agility, and long-term success. Here’s how your company can effectively begin to select the best modernization strategy tailored to your goals and challenges. In […]
Within the first year, the retailer will break even on their investment while eliminating recurring licensing costs, achieving long-term savings nearing seven figures annually. The new solution has led to a 40% increase in employee adoption, enhancing in-store efficiency and elevating the customer purchasing experience. By moving away from a rigid legacy system, they successfully brought their mobile-first strategy to life across all 2,300 retail stores.
Digging In is a regular series of blog posts profiling UDig employees. We hope this series helps you get to know our team and understand why we dig what we do! Today, we are sitting down with Reid Braswell, Vice President, Software Engineering. Tell us a little bit about your background and your role at […]
Join the CX and Product Management Societies to hear from our panel of Human-Centered Design experts on the business value of Agentic AI.
SaaS was supposed to make business faster, smarter, and more efficient. Instead, it’s become bloated, expensive, and painfully slow to change. The platforms we rely on—Salesforce, Workday, SAP, and others—haven’t truly innovated in years. Yet, they demand massive investments in re-implementation, process re-engineering, and data migration just to keep up. It’s time to ask: Are […]
Modernization isn’t just about upgrading technology—it’s about upgrading your organization’s ability to change and adapt.
In today’s digital age, citizens expect seamless, efficient, and user-friendly interactions with their state government. Improving the customer digital experience is essential for building trust, enhancing service delivery, and ensuring that government services are accessible to all. Understanding the Customer Journey To improve the digital experience, it’s crucial to understand the customer journey. This involves […]