Grow IT in November 2025 with the best in horticulture
With our SaaS security upgrade complete, we’re ready to support you through the busy season. Thank you to all our clients for working with us through this. Some of our team and I have been on the ground in Australia where it’s inspiring to see how people are using our software to solve challenges and […]
How to make the right choice to buy or build
Many large growers and packers are facing increasing pressure from operational complexity, regulatory requirements, and evolving market demands. At ABC Software, we often hear from organisations that are struggling with software at end-of-life, fragmented systems that no longer scale with their business, or have gaps in functionality with their current software providers. Large organisations with significant […]
The shift from labour-driven to data-driven horticulture
Why people still matter, and how data is quietly transforming productivity Labour remains the single biggest constraint on orchard productivity. The availability, cost, and performance of workers determine how much produce can be harvested, how efficiently tasks are performed, and ultimately, whether an orchard is profitable. Despite advances in robotics and automation, horticulture remains highly […]
The Full Bottle: A Citrus Australia Podcast
Crop Codes In this episode of The Full Bottle, a Citrus Australia podcast, presenters Sarah C Porter and Rachel Hall are joined by Sharon Chapman, CEO and Founder of ABC Software. Born and raised in New Zealand’s fruit bowl, Hawkes Bay, Sharon shares her story in business and IT – and shows how her company is helping horticulture businesses […]
Behind the scenes: A simple look at complex tech
In this blog, we explore common tech terms and concepts that you may have heard of but might not fully understand. Chances are, you interact with SaaS tools every day, whether it’s checking your email on Outlook.com, messaging friends on WhatsApp, streaming shows on Netflix, or shopping on Amazon. These are all examples of SaaS. […]