Guides, comparisons and news
The Oriana Blog: AI, Visibility and Custom Software for Quebec SMEs
Practical guides, comparisons and up-to-date pricing on AI, search optimization (SEO and GEO), websites and custom software, written in Montreal for entrepreneurs and SMEs.
Where to start?
Our complete guide to AI for Quebec SMEs links all our articles: visibility, tools, software, risks and training.
SaaSpocalypse: Québec SMBs are building their own software (CRM, ERP) by 2030
Back from a major retail event, here is the biggest takeaway about the future of software development in Québec: why more and more SMBs are dropping their SaaS to build their own solution.
Programmer in Québec: Fiverr, Lovable or an agency? Prices and pitfalls
Fiverr, Upwork, Lovable or a local agency: which one to choose to turn your idea into an application? Prices, limits and the right time to call in experts.
Case study: how Oriana built the Lajoie Conseil website
Well known in person but with no website, Guillaume Lajoie had to build his brand against big competitors. Our approach, the web development and SEO, with screenshots and a link to the site.
AI for Quebec SMEs in 2026: the complete guide (visibility, tools, software, risks, training)
The 5 AI workstreams for a Quebec SME: visibility, tools, custom software, risks and training, with 2026 figures and links to our detailed guides.
The 5 risks of AI for humanity in 2026: what the data really says (cyberattacks, misuse, environment, loss of control, erosion of thought)
Cyberattacks, misuse, environment, loss of control, erosion of thought: for each of AI's 5 big risks, what has already happened, what has been shown in the lab and what remains hypothetical.
Muse, Grok Bot and Dots: the complete guide to AI agents from Meta, xAI and OpenAI (differences, examples, price, risks)
Muse (Meta), Grok Bot (xAI) and Dots (OpenAI): what each AI agent can really do, with specific examples, their strengths, limits, audience, price, security and impact on daily life.
Which AI should your business choose in 2026? ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Grok, Perplexity and Cohere compared
ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, Claude, Grok and Cohere compared by use: market share in France and Canada, price, strengths, limits and target audience.
Top 10 custom software development companies in Montreal (2026)
Which custom software company should you choose in Montreal? We compare ten companies on headcount, estimated price, clients, projects and specialty, with a score out of 20.
AI training in Quebec: the free GEO session for SMEs, nonprofits and incubators
How do you get recommended by ChatGPT, Gemini and Perplexity? Oriana Solutions offers a free GEO training session to Quebec SMEs, nonprofits, incubators and associations. Here is what it covers and how to book it.
Oriana Solutions joins Ax.c, Montreal's largest tech innovation hub
Oriana Solutions becomes a resident of Ax.c, the 100,000 sq. ft. innovation hub built on the former trading floor of the Montreal Exchange. A tour of the startups, funds and partners sharing the space.
Oriana Solutions selected for the Startup Zone at HOP! 2026, hosted by the CQCD
Oriana Solutions is one of 6 startups chosen for the Startup Zone powered by Couche-Tard at the CQCD's HOP! 2026 Retail Summit, October 27 at the Grand Quay in Montreal.
Oriana Solutions launches GEO Monitor: see what AI says about your business
GEO Monitor queries ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude, measures your visibility against competitors and hands you a prioritized action plan. Included in our Digital Visibility subscription ($750 a month).
How to build your own custom CRM with vibe coding (step-by-step guide)
A web CRM of your own (companies, contacts, deals, activities), installed on your phone, without knowing how to code: the 11 phases, the tools, the tables, the prompts for Claude, security and troubleshooting.
Oriana Solutions launches its GEO certification for Quebec entrepreneurs and small businesses
Oriana Solutions is launching its GEO certification for Quebec entrepreneurs and small businesses: a 10-chapter training, an exam, a certificate, a badge and a verifiable link for LinkedIn.
GEO training 2026: how to attract more customers with AI search engines
An online training in 10 chapters, a 67-question exam and Oriana Solutions' GEO certification. Learn to be recommended by ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity and Claude.
We Launched a Site to Test Our SEO Methods in Real Conditions
SalesPitch is a B2B sales content site we're building ourselves, in English, French and Spanish. Not for a client: to document what actually works in SEO on a domain starting from zero.
How do you advertise on AI search engines like ChatGPT?
OpenAI has opened advertising inside ChatGPT. Here's how the format works, how targeting works without keywords, and what it costs. Testing began on February 9, 2026 in the United States, on the free plans, in front of an audience of one billion people. The time to understand this format is before it reaches Quebec.
Best vibe coding and no-code tools in 2026 (free and paid)
Eight tools that write code for you, compared on what they actually deliver, what's left to redo, and what it costs.
Best website building platforms 2026 (free and paid)
Nine ways to build a website in 2026, compared on price, code ownership and what happens when you want to leave.
What Is GEO (Generative Engine Optimization)?
GEO (generative engine optimization) is SEO for ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Copilot. What it means, how it differs from traditional SEO, and concrete steps to get your business cited by AI.
SEO, GEO and SEA: which strategy should you choose to improve your online visibility?
The differences between organic search, AI engine optimization and paid advertising, how to combine them, and what changed in 2026 with ads arriving inside ChatGPT.
Oriana Solutions celebrates its 1st anniversary
Twelve months, fifteen happy clients, a new brand and a first business trip. Looking back on the agency's first year.
How do you build a business that won't be replaced by artificial intelligence?
Instead of swimming against the wave, grab a board and surf it. What our mentor told us, and how we rebuilt our offers around it.
Oriana Solutions builds the brand-new website of Marie-Ève, an esthetician in Mont-Tremblant
A professional online presence to be found more easily on Google and on AI-powered search engines.
Why we don't advise our clients to build their websites with WordPress
Three reasons we favour custom development: security, performance, and dependency on updates.
How Oriana Solutions helped Balthazar modernize its website and customer experience
One website, 3 locations, 6 integrations, more than 25 pages built and a completely renewed user experience.
Which CRM should you choose for your business in Quebec?
Google Sheets, Salesforce, Monday.com, ClickUp… There are hundreds of CRMs out there, but rarely one that truly fits your industry. Here's why, and how a custom CRM became accessible at $5,000.
Sponsor of Collège Letendre's 10-year reunion
Ten years after graduating, our co-founder Mathieu Morin-Lamy returned to Collège Letendre, this time as the official sponsor of the graduating class reunion.
We built the Laval-en-Folie festival's website
Laval-en-Folie, a new festival celebrating music, food, and local creators, is coming September 17-20. We're proud to have built their custom website.
Custom website or WordPress: which to choose?
WordPress or custom development with Next.js? We share our honest experience with both approaches to help you make the best choice for your business.
Why choose Oriana Solutions? 5 reasons to hand your SMB's technology to us
Your time is valuable. Hand your company's technology to senior developers who understand your project: CRM, website and custom application, at a clear price.
New mandate: website redesign for Le Balthazar
Oriana Solutions is proud to announce its collaboration with Le Balthazar for a complete website redesign and SEO strategy.
Oriana Solutions unveils its brand new identity
A new logo, a new visual identity. Oriana, which means dawn or sunrise, is now represented by a modern and elegant symbol that embodies our mission.
New mandate: redesign for Michel Morin, coach
Michel had a site that no longer reflected who he'd become. We delivered a modern, credible redesign that puts his partners and certifications front and center.
We built a price calculator for your project
No one should start a conversation with an agency without any idea of the budget. We built a free tool to change that.
How much does custom software cost in Québec in 2026? Real prices and ranges
Website at $1,500, MVP at $5,000, CRM, mobile app: our posted prices, market ranges, what drives the bill up and a real case.
Salesforce or a custom CRM in 2026?
SaaS CRM subscriptions are expensive, and AI has changed the math on custom development. Here's how to make the right call for your business.
How to find and choose a custom software developer in Québec?
Where to find a good developer in Québec, how to choose one and what to watch out for now that AI has created many improvised developers. Our practical guide.
What does a mobile app cost in 2026?
A few years ago, building a mobile app easily cost $50,000 and up. Today, AI has changed everything. Here's what it really costs in 2026.
