CloudGeometry

MARCH 3, 2022

When developing a SaaS product plan, it’s important to recognize two foundational principles. First, SaaS is a business strategy, not a technology strategy. Second, there is no one-size-fits-all SaaS architecture (the second principle is a corollary of the first). So why put it on our shortlist? More on that below.

Well Architected Framework 130

Well Architected Framework VPCs (Virtual Private Cloud) SaaS Cloud 130

Stax

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Here’s an interesting stat: 70% of businesses consider subscription and membership models indispensable for future commercial growth and expansion. However, only 10% of them currently employ these models. Software-as-a-service (SaaS) businesses need to constantly evolve their offerings to stay fresh and relevant.

Payments 88

Payments SaaS Payments Payment Services Merchant Services 88

SaaStr

MAY 18, 2021

HubSpot is almost all small businesses, but at a higher price point ($10k) that is sold directly and through channel partners. More here: Public SaaS Company Disclosure Metrics for Retention and Renewal Rates. For a blended model (S, M and L), 120% is strong a la Zendesk. Resource it. Whatever it is, measure it.

Merchant Services 265

Merchant Services Revenue SMB SaaS 265

Subscription Flow

DECEMBER 29, 2023

For SaaS businesses, one of the most taxing tasks is to set the right price for their SaaS product and services. There are many pricing plans that SaaS businesses opt for from flat rate to hybrid pricing, you can opt for any pricing plan. Decide your pricing structure accordingly.

Pricing 59

Pricing Marketplace as a Service Business Transportation 59

SaaStr

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Q: What billing or pricing tactic have you found in the end just wasn’t worth it? But the reason the exception worked was the customer stakeholder truly deployed the resources to make it work. A good reminder that Freemium doesn’t really work as a business model without a mass-scale product. And it was early.

Pricing 291

Pricing Scale Enterprise Onboarding 291

Incredo

JUNE 25, 2019

You analyze your needs and the pricing plans and pay for the most comfortable one. But when it comes to SaaS, freemium plans become a reality. SaaS freemium model: The What, The How and The Why. The concept of freemium is mainly typical for the SaaS world (yeah, SaaS means the world to us) and the video games industry.

SaaS 236

SaaS Pricing Software Review Acquisition 236

SaaStr

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

The SaaS sales model seems so well-established, as hundreds of founders build their businesses and raise funding. Mark Roberge, Founder of Stage 2 Capital and Senior Lecturer at Harvard Business School, shares insights from his years of experience into common SaaS sales missteps and how you can avoid them.

Sales Hiring 193

Sales Hiring Scale Compensation Sales 193

SaaStr

DECEMBER 30, 2022

SaaS products that know the dynamics of their market have an advantage in positioning their product and serving their customers.”. SMBs have cash flow constraints and work with fewer resources and smaller teams. SMBs usually prioritize simplicity, ease of use, transparent pricing, and support. Selling to SMBs.

Scale 202

Scale Scaling Revenue Enterprise 202

Stax

MARCH 6, 2024

Consider this: Consumers are already conditioned to the subscription model. Mobile apps make up 53%, and the SaaS market is worth $152 billion. Mobile apps make up 53%, and the SaaS market is worth $152 billion. Create Pricing Plans: Subscription offerings need to be defined according to the business model and services.

Merchant Services 88

Merchant Services Payment Services Payment Methods Payment Features 88

Subscription Flow

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Lo and behold, this is where the pay per use business model examples enter the picture because this is a completely new business model that drastically changes who gets what and how much is needed to accommodate flexible consumption. Nevertheless, companies encounter difficulties when putting the pay per use model into practice.

Payment Solutions 59

Payment Solutions Payment Features Pricing SaaS Payments 59

SaaStr

MAY 27, 2022

They aren’t scientific, but they do poll out 25,000+ LinkedIn followers, who consist mainly of SaaS executives. Notwithstanding the drama in the public markets, most SaaS companies and startups are growing faster than ever. #6. 59% of you have raised prices this year. So there’s something to them. At least. #23.

Sales Hiring 292

Sales Hiring Pricing Scale Interviewing 292

Stax

JANUARY 28, 2024

Long before the digital age, newspaper and magazine companies have been using the subscription model to create and retain a consistent readership for their publications. This business model has now been adapted very well in the internet age, especially in the SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) and eCommerce industries.

Payment Features 88

Payment Features Payment Methods Payment Solutions SaaS Payments 88

User Pilot

MARCH 25, 2024

Whether you’re planning your exit, seeking VC funding, or setting up ESOPs, a SaaS valuation is a must. Our article: Explains different SaaS valuation methods. Shows how to leverage PLG strategies to boost the value of your SaaS business. Want to learn how Userpilot can help you improve your SaaS valuation?

SaaS 96

SaaS Customer Lifetime Value Acquisition Metrics 96

How To Buy Saas

MARCH 7, 2024

One of the main elements you should take into account whilst choosing the Software as a Service (SaaS) solution that makes the best selection for your business is cost which is the most critical statistic for you. Models categorization is a notable independent subject and here are the differences between them.

Pricing 52

Pricing SaaS Payments Payment Solutions Payment Methods 52

Andreessen Horowitz

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Packaging and pricing We’ve seen a range of packaging and pricing strategies from companies selling AI solutions into the enterprise, largely driven by the nature of the job-to-be-done (JTBD), and how buyers have paid for services in that domain historically.

Healthcare 112

Healthcare AI Payments Enterprise 112

User Pilot

OCTOBER 26, 2023

How can you implement them in the SaaS context? SaaS companies enhance customer acquisition and retention through personalized onboarding and in-app guidance. Iterate on your pricing strategy to make the product competitive while generating enough revenue to support its growth. What are growth initiatives?

Acquisition 99

Acquisition Scale Marketplace as a Service Onboarding 99

FastSpring

DECEMBER 9, 2022

SaaS billing software automates one or more of the various aspects of the recurring billing process — payment processing, fulfillment, dunning, and more. FastSpring: Your MoR for All-in-One SaaS Billing. FastSpring handles everything from subscription management to international payment processing for SaaS companies.

Payment Services 128

Payment Services Merchant Services Payment Methods SaaS Payments 128

User Pilot

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Your SaaS product’s free trial conversion rate is one of the most important growth metrics to track. There are four types of free trials in SaaS: opt-in, opt-out, freemium, and reverse. The average conversion rate for SaaS companies varies between 18.6% Enable self-service support through a resource center.

SaaS Payments 52

SaaS Payments Payments Payment Solutions Scale 52

Blulogix

DECEMBER 7, 2023

B2B Subscriptions in 2024: Embracing a Paradigm Shift with Usage-Based Pricing By BluLogix Team As the clock ticks towards 2024, a seismic shift is brewing in the B2B subscription landscape: the rise of usage-based pricing (UBP). No longer will rigid, one-size-fits-all plans and shadowy pricing structures hold sway.

B2B 52

B2B Subscription Payment Features Pricing 52

Blulogix

JANUARY 16, 2024

Understanding the Benefits of Usage-Based Pricing By BluLogix Team In the fast-paced and ever-changing world of modern business, the ability to adapt and be flexible is crucial for thriving. This is especially true in the realm of pricing models, where a one-size-fits-all approach often falls short.

Pricing 52

Pricing Scale Telecommunications Subscription 52

User Pilot

APRIL 3, 2024

Read on to learn all about this product-led growth model. Product-led growth business suits products that meet unique market needs, have a quick value realization for users, and fit a freemium model. Choose the right monetization model that aligns with your product’s value and user payment willingness.

Innovation 90

Innovation Payments Strategy Payment Solutions 90

Blulogix

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Transforming the Technology Industry: The Power of Usage-Based Pricing By BluLogix Team The technology industry is in the midst of a profound transformation. Traditional pricing models, such as fixed subscriptions and one-time purchases, no longer align with the dynamic and ever-evolving nature of this sector.

Technology 52

Technology Pricing Payment Features Subscription 52

Blulogix

MARCH 7, 2024

By BluLogix Team Mastering the Art of Complex B2B Recurring and Subscription Billing: Conquering Metering Challenges As the subscription economy grows, B2B businesses are increasingly adopting usage-based, consumption, and SaaS metering models.

B2B 52

B2B Subscription Payment Features Systems Review 52

User Pilot

MAY 8, 2023

While product growth may seem as simple as “attract customers to your Software-as-a-Service solution” there are countless SaaS challenges and customer issues that you’ll need to overcome along the way. As the number of software tools and subscriptions increase, so too do the expectations of SaaS customers.

Software Review 96

Software Review Outsourcing Services SaaS Sales Hiring 96

SaaSOptics

MARCH 16, 2022

2022 B2B SaaS Trends [Webinar Recap]. There isn’t much that stays the same in the world of B2B SaaS. In this webinar recap, you’ll see the most significant trends in SaaS pricing, subscription management, metrics/analytics, and what they could mean for your business in 2022. Trends in Billing and Pricing .

Trends 98

Trends B2B Scale Payment Features 98

User Pilot

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

To make your life a little bit easier and help you choose the best product analytics tool for your SaaS, we’ve produced a guide of 14 excellent analytics platforms available on the market in 2024. Premium version pricing available upon request.) Prices available upon request.) Prices available upon request.) Enterprise.

Artificial Intelligence 96

Artificial Intelligence Social Media Software Review AI Search 96

User Pilot

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Reducing the CAC payback period can help SaaS companies boost their financial performance and drive growth. This metric helps SaaS companies choose the most effective customer acquisition channels , diagnose inefficiencies in customer retention strategies , and inform pricing decisions. Let’s break them all down.

SaaS Payments 100

SaaS Payments Customer Lifetime Value Payment Solutions Acquisition 100

User Pilot

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Types of free trial models in SaaS: opt-in and opt-out free trials, freemium , free trial after a demo, and free trial with gamified extensions. When choosing the right free trial model, there are three factors to consider: product complexity, the product metrics you’re interested in tracking, and the length of your free trial.

SaaS Payments 85

SaaS Payments Payment Methods Strategy Payment Solutions 85

User Pilot

APRIL 29, 2024

Mastering SaaS renewals’ best practices can transform a routine administrative task into a strategic opportunity to drive customer success and propel your business toward sustainable growth. TL;DR The SaaS renewal process involves a series of actions on/before the renewal date that lead to a customer’s renewal.

SaaS Payments 80

SaaS Payments Business SaaS Payment Solutions 80

User Pilot

APRIL 10, 2023

Could freemium work for your SaaS business? Both models allow users to experience the product value without satisfying all their needs. The benefits of the freemium model include lower customer acquisition costs and access to vast amounts of customer data. Is the freemium strategy worth it for SaaS products?

Strategy 83

Strategy SaaS Onboarding Marketplace as a Service 83

FastSpring

DECEMBER 12, 2022

FastSpring: Merchant of Record for global SaaS companies. 9 other international payment gateways for SaaS and non-SaaS businesses. FastSpring handles everything from maintaining high authorization rates to paying end-of-year consumption taxes for SaaS companies. FastSpring: Merchant of Record for Global SaaS Companies.

Payment Services 131

Payment Services Merchant Services Payment Methods Payment Solutions 131

User Pilot

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

In this article, we’ve compiled our favorite software and conducted an in-depth review for each, highlighting their main analytics features and pricing. Freemium with paid pricing available on request). Prices available upon request). Prices available upon request). Starts at $48/month). Starts at $49/month).

Sales Funnel 98

Sales Funnel SaaS User Experience Forecasting 98

FastSpring

AUGUST 2, 2023

FastSpring provides an all-in-one payment platform for SaaS, software, and digital goods businesses, including VAT and sales tax management, payment localization, and consumer support. Selling internationally is key to their business model. Here’s why. Set up a demo or try it out for yourself. Set up a demo or try it out for yourself.

Payment Solutions 142

Payment Solutions Payment Methods Merchant Services AI Search 142

OpenView Labs

JUNE 16, 2021

As this product-led wave gets bigger, the concept of usage-based pricing is becoming more and more appealing to software companies. We know a lot of folks are considering the switch, so we’ve curated this list of some of our favorite resources. Moving to usage-based pricing. An introduction to usage-based pricing.

Pricing 64

Pricing Scale Forecasting AWS 64

Blulogix

MARCH 8, 2024

Pricing Complexity: The pricing structures in B2B billing is oftentimes highly varied, encompassing volume discounts, tiered pricing, promotional offers, and contractually negotiated rates. These complexities require a billing system that can flexibly accommodate and automate diverse pricing models.

B2B 52

B2B Subscription Payment Features Operational efficiency. 52

Andreessen Horowitz

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

But building a sales compensation plan that both aligns your sales team’s compensation with your customers’ objectives and recruits top salespeople can be incredibly difficult in usage-based pricing. Determine where your sales team makes your customers more successful In usage-based pricing, value = usage.

Compensation 89

Compensation Sales Recruiting Sales Systems Review 89

OpenView Labs

APRIL 8, 2021

Back in November I started writing about why forward-thinking SaaS companies are shifting to usage-based models. While many of the most successful public and private SaaS companies were already usage-based, there wasn’t a clear playbook on the complexities of scaling a usage-based business.

Pricing 97

Pricing Scale Subscription Payment Features 97