The tchop blog: internal communication, community and employee apps
When the intranet drafts its own posts: what clients will still pay an IC agency for
Intranet platforms now draft posts themselves. Clients keep paying an internal communications agency for rules, strategy, reach, operation and outcomes.
News app development: build it yourself or license a platform?
A news app is a permanent cost, not a project: two platforms, OS updates, store reviews, security. License the platform and keep brand, stores and data.
Why comms agencies are adding white-label software to their retainers
Hours get cut; a client’s own app does not. White-label software for agencies adds a product under the client’s brand, outcome data and recurring revenue.
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IT and HR leaders reveal the hidden costs of choosing the wrong employee community platform. Learn what separates success from expensive failure.
The best AI tools for internal communications teams in 2025. Real-world examples and practical advice for comms managers ready to embrace AI.