One of the biggest advantages of developing the Overshoot Index is the rich pipeline of model intelligence it unlocks—specifically broader LLM coverage and real-world utilization telemetry via OpenRouter.
We’ve now integrated that data directly into our Build vs. Buy (BvB) calculator.
While BvB is fundamentally an estimation framework, this update dramatically sharpens its precision. Instead of relying on static assumptions, you get realistic cost comparisons based on active model economics—giving you a clearer view of whether building custom software or buying off-the-shelf actually makes economic sense.
These updates are live today. If you haven’t visited BvB recently, I encourage you to take another look and see how your architecture stacks up.
As always, we’d love your feedback on how we can make these tools more insightful as AI tooling and economics evolve.