Cloud DataBase Blog

Why Automations Belong Next to Your Data (Not in a Separate SaaS)

Keeping your automations close to your data makes everything faster, safer, and simpler. Learn why InfoLobby’s built-in triggers—running directly on your MySQL—beat external SaaS tools that ship your data across the internet for every small task.

7 Weird but Brilliant Things You Can Do With Webhooks (That Aren’t Just “Send a Slack Message”)

Discover 7 creative ways to use webhooks beyond basic notifications — from building silent-failure detectors and compliance watchdogs to powering IoT devices, cron jobs, and audit trails — all with simple pings into InfoLobby.

How to Turn Your cPanel MySQL Into a Business App

Turn your cPanel MySQL into a powerful business app with InfoLobby — no code, no migration, and built-in automations to query, update, and scale.

Why Vendor Lock-In Hurts SMBs (And How to Avoid It)

Vendor lock-in can trap small businesses with rising costs and data hurdles. Learn how InfoLobby helps you keep control and stay free to grow.

Get a CRM for Your Small Business - Practically for Free

Turn your existing cPanel MySQL database into a powerful small business CRM — free, simple, and fully under your control with InfoLobby.

The Real Cost of Airtable’s Record Limits vs Owning Your Database

Airtable offers slick interfaces, but record caps and per-seat pricing can bite. We compare Airtable’s limits and costs with running your own MySQL/SQL database — and explore when owning your data really pays off.

Bring Your Own Database: Why Small Businesses Should Rethink SaaS Apps

Small businesses often adopt SaaS tools without questioning data ownership, export risk, or long-term costs. This post argues for a “bring your own database” mindset, showing how SMBs can avoid vendor lock-in, reduce churn, and reclaim control of their data.