The fast-evolving digital business has spawned the cybergnats phenomenon which is one strategy to survive the fluctuating business cycle. Cybergnats are companies that do special effects on a very small scale and with a staff as small as two to twelve people. They have become a critical part of the industry as they lend flexibility and control over costs.

The secret of these companies in surviving the ups and downs of the production market lies in the use of powerful and affordable technology while being careful to stay lean. Having just the equipment and the people needed instead of million dollar computers sitting in air conditioned rooms ensures that overhead remains manageable.