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The Ultimate Guide to Software-as-a-Service

A curated Indian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Software-as-a-Service (SaaS).

What to know about Software-as-a-Service

Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) has become a transformative model in the delivery of software, enabling businesses to access applications over the internet on a subscription basis. This approach offers agility, scalability, and cost efficiency, eliminating the traditional need for on-premises installations and enabling seamless updates and integrations.

The vast array of recent developments in the SaaS sector showcases its role in driving digital transformation across industries. Topics such as cloud migration, security challenges, partner ecosystems, and AI-powered innovations feature prominently. Readers can explore how organizations navigate complex software portfolios, leverage analytics, and address cybersecurity in a rapidly evolving cloud environment.

Whether you're interested in the market growth drivers, emerging technologies like AI and edge computing, or strategies for optimizing SaaS adoption and management, the stories under this tag provide valuable insights. They highlight evolving vendor models, reseller roles, and the increasing importance of multi-cloud strategies, offering a comprehensive view of how SaaS solutions continue to reshape business operations worldwide.

Indian Software-as-a-Service News

Regional stories with direct local relevance

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Research and market analysis connected to Software-as-a-Service

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Interviews and video coverage from the network

Recent Software-as-a-Service News

Ramco unveils Chia, an AI agent for service workflows
Unified Communications

Ramco unveils Chia, an AI agent for service workflows

Ramco launches Chia, a no-code conversational AI agent to orchestrate complex, multi-step service workflows across enterprise systems.

Tue, 17th Feb 2026

Futurense launches academy to train AI deployment talent
IT services

Futurense launches academy to train AI deployment talent

Futurense launches FDE Academy in Bengaluru to train engineers for high-demand Forward Deployed Engineering and AI deployment roles.

Wed, 11th Feb 2026

Unicommerce launches Shipway Cargo for B2B logistics
Digital Transformation

Unicommerce launches Shipway Cargo for B2B logistics

Unicommerce's Shipway launches Shipway Cargo, a SaaS platform for quick commerce and B2B logistics, targeting heavy and bulky shipments.

Fri, 30th Jan 2026

WazirX adopts Fireblocks tech to tighten crypto security
Data Protection

WazirX adopts Fireblocks tech to tighten crypto security

Crypto exchange WazirX is integrating Fireblocks technology to tighten custody, access and transaction controls for its 16m users.

Thu, 29th Jan 2026

Physis Capital raises over INR ₹200 crore to back tech startups
Social Media

Physis Capital raises over INR ₹200 crore to back tech startups

Physis Capital has raised over INR ₹200 crore to invest in tech startups, targeting 15-20 firms and finalising its fund close in six to nine months.

Fri, 20th Jun 2025

Azul enhances Java security detection, cutting false positives by 99%
Application Performance Monitoring

Azul enhances Java security detection, cutting false positives by 99%

Azul's new Java security tool cuts false positives by 99%, boosting detection accuracy and helping DevOps teams focus on real risks in production code.

Fri, 13th Jun 2025

AI & sustainability driving India's technology transformation
Breach Prevention

AI & sustainability driving India's technology transformation

India is harnessing AI and sustainability to transform technology, driving economic growth and enhancing cybersecurity on National Technology Day 2025.

Thu, 15th May 2025

Unlocking India's digital commerce potential: UPI's transformative role
Digital commerce

Unlocking India's digital commerce potential: UPI's transformative role

India's digital commerce is set to soar, with UPI dominating payments as eCommerce transactions surge. By 2027, UPI is projected to exceed USD 150 billion.

Mon, 17th Feb 2025

HireHunch launches HunchScore to boost tech candidates' skills
Feedback

HireHunch launches HunchScore to boost tech candidates' skills

HireHunch, a Bangalore-based B2B SaaS firm, has launched HunchScore to help tech graduates and professionals ace interviews and boost their career prospects.

Fri, 23rd Aug 2024

Bigbasket launches BB Matrix global SaaS supply chain platform
Retail

Bigbasket launches BB Matrix global SaaS supply chain platform

Bigbasket launches BB Matrix, a SaaS-based supply chain platform aimed at providing end-to-end visibility and real-time updates, amidst a surge in global SCM software demand.

Fri, 26th Jul 2024

Dynatrace showcases hypermodal AI product at Gartner IT Symposium
Productivity

Dynatrace showcases hypermodal AI product at Gartner IT Symposium

Dynatrace demonstrated its groundbreaking hypermodal AI product, Davis, at the Gartner IT Symposium in Kochi, India.

Tue, 5th Dec 2023

CortexForge unveils client-owned systems inside Microsoft
Productivity

CortexForge unveils client-owned systems inside Microsoft

The consultancy says its approach keeps records and governance inside existing Microsoft tools, reducing reliance on outside vendors and scattered spreadsheets.

Today

Okta expands AI agent controls with Amazon Bedrock
Digital Transformation

Okta expands AI agent controls with Amazon Bedrock

Customers can now govern AI agents across mixed systems as Okta adds Bedrock support and lets firms keep existing identity providers.

Yesterday

Keycard launches access platform for multi-agent apps
Privileged Access Management

Keycard launches access platform for multi-agent apps

It aims to curb over-privileged AI systems by giving each agent its own identity and limiting access to specific tasks and sessions.

Last week

Freshworks launches Freddy AI Agent Studio for service
Workplace

Freshworks launches Freddy AI Agent Studio for service

Longer after-hours waits for IT help could ease as the new studio lets firms build no-code agents for tasks across Teams, Slack and portals.

Last week

Akamai buys LayerX to curb employee AI use in browsers
Digital Transformation

Akamai buys LayerX to curb employee AI use in browsers

The purchase adds browser-based AI controls to Akamai's security portfolio as firms scramble to monitor staff use of generative tools.

Last week

Platform9 updates private cloud software to woo VMware users
IT Department

Platform9 updates private cloud software to woo VMware users

The update could ease migrations for IT teams seeking to cut VMware dependence without adding Linux administration overhead.

Last week

Cloudways launches Site Manager for WordPress agencies
Productivity

Cloudways launches Site Manager for WordPress agencies

The new tool aims to cut manual upkeep for agencies juggling dozens of WordPress sites, with updates and checks now handled in one place.

Last week

JupiterOne launches tools for AI attack surface risk
Enterprise security

JupiterOne launches tools for AI attack surface risk

JupiterOne rolls out AI attack surface and vulnerability tools to help security teams map links, prioritise flaws and cut through alert overload.

Last week

ThreatDown launches identity threat detection & response
Managed Services

ThreatDown launches identity threat detection & response

Stolen credentials and post-login attacks are pushing security teams to seek unified monitoring across endpoints and identities.

Last week

Job Moves