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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.

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Recent Software-as-a-Service News

Salesforce expands Live Nation support & Missionforce
Contact Centre

Salesforce expands Live Nation support & Missionforce

Fans will get round-the-clock venue help as the software firm deepens its public sector AI push, with defence revenue up 80% year on year.

Today

Microsoft adds Copilot Home, Code & Autopilot tools
Power BI

Microsoft adds Copilot Home, Code & Autopilot tools

Businesses will be able to control AI bills more tightly as Microsoft folds chat, coding and autonomous agents into one Copilot app.

Today

Bravura names new APAC leaders to boost global wealth
Digital Transformation

Bravura names new APAC leaders to boost global wealth

Bravura is tightening links between regions as it seeks to help clients across Asia Pacific and EMEA navigate wealth software changes.

Today

Fleetio opens AI Service Advisor after maintenance beta
Big Data

Fleetio opens AI Service Advisor after maintenance beta

Fleets could save time on repairs as the software now automates routine maintenance decisions after a beta that reviewed USD $1.4 billion in spend.

Last week

Markable tops USD $1.7bn in creator sales, rebrands
Social Media

Markable tops USD $1.7bn in creator sales, rebrands

Higher creator sales and a fresh brand identity signal Markable's push to broaden its user base as platform sales rose 260% year on year.

Last week

Josh Bersin launches Jupiter for Galileo HR assistant
Recruitment

Josh Bersin launches Jupiter for Galileo HR assistant

It aims to cut hallucinations and give HR teams faster, cited answers inside Copilot, Workday and other workplace systems.

Last week

Keeper launches Google Chat tool for access approvals
Data Protection

Keeper launches Google Chat tool for access approvals

Access approvals can now be handled in Google Chat, as Keeper brings privileged requests and just-in-time elevation into Workspace workflows.

Last week

Databricks buys Row Zero to add live spreadsheets to Genie
Business Intelligence

Databricks buys Row Zero to add live spreadsheets to Genie

The deal keeps finance and operations teams in governed data as Databricks adds a spreadsheet layer to reduce risky file exports.

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Avalara launches AI tool for enterprise system links
Taxation

Avalara launches AI tool for enterprise system links

Integration projects could be completed in days rather than weeks as specialised AI agents automate connector build and testing for Avalara customers.

Last week

Manhattan Associates launches tiered Editions for software
Productivity

Manhattan Associates launches tiered Editions for software

Growing retailers can now adopt Manhattan's supply chain software in stages, avoiding costly reimplementation as needs expand.

Last week

Maxio launches Wallets for prepaid credit tracking
Revenue management

Maxio launches Wallets for prepaid credit tracking

As software vendors shift to usage-based billing, Maxio's new tool aims to cut spreadsheet tracking and help finance teams manage prepaid balances.

Last week

StackHawk launches Wingman to fix flaws in AI coding
Software engineering

StackHawk launches Wingman to fix flaws in AI coding

Security teams may cut backlogs as Wingman finds, fixes and verifies flaws inside AI coding tools before pull requests are opened.

Last week

Bitdefender launches AI visibility & control for firms
Data Protection

Bitdefender launches AI visibility & control for firms

Security teams can now spot unsanctioned AI use across Windows estates, as Bitdefender adds risk ranking and policy controls to GravityZone.

Last week

Azul launches AI assistant for Java security checks
Chief Financial Officer

Azul launches AI assistant for Java security checks

IT teams can now spot unpatched Java versions and Oracle licensing exposure in live production data, cutting the risk of audit surprises.

Last week

V1 Innovation launches Tika legal service in New Zealand
Data Protection

V1 Innovation launches Tika legal service in New Zealand

Survivors of sexual harm in New Zealand will now be able to get free legal representation and report abuse through a new platform.

Last week

Delinea appoints Timothy Regan as Chief Financial Officer
Initial Public Offering

Delinea appoints Timothy Regan as Chief Financial Officer

Passing USD $500 million in annual recurring revenue, the identity security group is adding public-company finance expertise as AI demand reshapes the market.

Last week

Qualtrics launches Healthcare XM with Press Ganey data
Customer Experience

Qualtrics launches Healthcare XM with Press Ganey data

Healthcare systems will be able to use patient and workforce data to predict risks and trigger action as Qualtrics rolls out the product in 2027.

Last week

100% Digital launches Bidbrain.ai for agency workflows
Social Media

100% Digital launches Bidbrain.ai for agency workflows

Agencies could cut manual work as the new platform links planning, buying and reporting across multiple channels in one workflow.

Last week

Regnology finds agentic AI gap in reporting adoption
Productivity

Regnology finds agentic AI gap in reporting adoption

Only 16% of firms have embedded AI in regulatory reporting, as governance and trust issues keep most projects in pilot stage.

Last week

Gravwell unveils five AI agents for security teams
Data Protection

Gravwell unveils five AI agents for security teams

Security teams can now use narrowly scoped agents to triage alerts, investigate cases and check systems without giving AI unrestricted access.

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Job Moves