Smart Glazier Blog

07 October 2025

The glass industry is changing. Discover why more processors and hardware suppliers are introducing online ordering, what benefits they are seeing, and how Smart Glazier Connect helps bridge the gap between traditional and digital workflows.

26 January 2024

Going digital isn't just a tech trend—it's a game-changer and could be for your business as well. Let's dive into why introducing an E-commerce portal is a smart move for your glass fabrication business by considering the pros & cons and how Smart Glazier Software can help navigate you into the digital age.

28 October 2023

2023 has been a huge year for us here at Smart Glazier Software, and we're excited to head into GlassBuild America this year and take part in the most significant event in the Glass Industry across the Western Hemisphere.

05 October 2023

On August 1, 2023, a significant transformation took place as Smart-Builder evolved into Smart Glazier Software. Dive into our blog to discover the motivations behind this rebrand and the implications it holds for our organization.

26 January 2023

The Smart-Builder team had a great time at Glasstec in Germany last year and got to show our latest glass software to thousands of glass businesses from around the world.

26 January 2023

The Smart-Builder team had a great time at Glasstec in Germany last year and got to show our latest glass software to thousands of glass businesses from around the world.

19 April 2017

'Employee engagement' is about getting the most out of your employees and improving their commitment to your business. Highly engaged employees have a good understanding of how their role contributes to the business as a whole. They are more likely to contribute new ideas and find better ways of doing things to help you achieve those goals.

12 April 2017

Videos are a powerful way to communicate big ideas in a short space of time — a handy capability no matter what industry you're in. However, commissioning a custom video from a production company can be pricey so it's worth exploring tools like Animoto as a do-it-yourself alternative. Become a video producer in no time!

29 March 2017

LinkedIn has a reputation as a networking site for suits, but don't let this perception put you off. As with any social network, you are responsible for curating your community — if you do it well, LinkedIn is a powerful resource.

23 March 2017

Future-proof adj. something that is future-proof will not stop being used because it has been replaced by something newer and more effective (Macmillan Dictionary) Calling all glazing business owners and managers — how prepared is your business for the future? Do you have systems and processes in place? Is business-critical information documented and available to the whole company, or does it exist in the heads of one or two people? Is innovation part of your company culture?

08 March 2017

Don't underestimate the impact of great graphics, you can use them anywhere: on your glazing website, promotional material, and communications with customers. If your branded items are slick and distinctive, you'll always stand out from your competition.

01 March 2017

One question we often get from glazing businesses is 'how can we improve our image and appear more professional?' A great way to raise the bar when it comes to image and presentation is by establishing a strong social media presence. Consumers often verify a company's legitimacy by checking both their website and social media to get a feel for what kind of business they are.

22 February 2017

We talk a lot about digital marketing on Smart-Glazier — for good reason. It's a great way to raise the profile of your business without investing huge amounts of advertising money. That being said, there's a time and place for traditional marketing for glazing businesses, particularly if the bulk of your customer base is local.

15 February 2017

As a glazier, your best marketing tool is to showcase the great work you've already done via a portfolio on your website. Photos and testimonials of real life jobs are worth 1000x more than any stock images or generic sales speak. Here are a few key things you should include to maximize the effectiveness of your portfolio.

09 February 2017

It's not enough to just have a website to differentiate from your competitors any more. Nearly everyone has a web presence in some form or another, you've got to make sure yours is clear and compelling enough to get that prospect to reach out and become a customer — before they visit your competitor's website.

01 February 2017

Let's start at the beginning - what is enterprise software and what is software-as-a-service (SaaS)? Enterprise: software you/your organization buys and installs on your own servers SaaS: software you subscribe to, usually hosted in the cloud and accessed online

25 January 2017

Firstly, why bother? You're busy on jobs or booking new work, getting the administrative stuff out of the way... it's easy to let things like brand consistency slip, but you shouldn't. Creating an instantly recognizable brand is an important tool for establishing trust and credibility, which in turn helps with both new business and returning customers. Here are 3 easy tips for glaziers to help you get started.

28 December 2016

Word on the street (well, in Forbes magazine) is this will be a year with "more connection, more automation, and more significant impact in business and investment than ever before, and the revolution has just begun."