SaaStr

JUNE 1, 2025

China Is Playing a Different Game Entirely The Models Youve Barely Heard Of: DeepSeek R1: 93% performance of OpenAI’s o3-mini at fraction of training cost Alibaba Qwen 2.5-Max: Competition from open-source models and Chinese providers could make it impossible to maintain premium pricing. 80% cheaper than predecessor, costs 0.2%

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Sales Hacker

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Customer-centric models: If your business model relies heavily on renewals, expansions, or upsells, an integrated approach ensures a seamless experience for customers. Resource constraints: Early-stage companies often dont have the budget to hire two senior leaders, making a single GTM leader a pragmatic choice.

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FastSpring

JANUARY 23, 2025

What got you into this particular business model? Secondly, I’ve worked across many, many business models. And of course, we need to know how those businesses work here at Flippa. So I’ve worked in SaaS businesses that were fast growth. Like what led you to become the CEO, Flip?

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Neil Patel

APRIL 12, 2021

They offer some of the best-known subscription boxes around, reflecting an increasingly popular (and potentially lucrative) business model. billion by 2025. Recurring Business Revenue. Business Model. Decide which business model you’re using for your box. The premise is simple.

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Sales Hacker

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

We’ll see how this sticks through to 2025. We’ve made a number of changes and realigned our business model in 2024 to make our AEs full cycle. This dip continues through the year, though there’s a gradual recovery from mid-2023 onward. Now, there has been a general resurgence of hiring in 2024 after a difficult 2023.

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ProfitWell

OCTOBER 30, 2019

By 2025, this is forecasted to increase to over $25 trillion. So we're looking at pretty big business here. The beauty of the subscription model is that for the first time in our history we have a business model where relationships are built directly into the revenue model.

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Chargebee

AUGUST 28, 2024

The subscription economy is rapidly reshaping industries worldwide; for instance, IDC’s Worldwide Software Business Model Forecast (2021–2025) notes that subscriptions are set to drive over 80% of software revenue. […]

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Stax

MARCH 18, 2025

Data cited by Statista shows that the software as service is expected to hit $299 billion by the end of 2025. While traditional business models have a harder time estimating their future revenue, SaaS companies have access to more accurate revenue forecasts, such as their MRR and ARR.

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Neil Patel

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

MLOps is a new but colossal industry expected to hit $4 billion by 2025. For example, if you made some changes to a specific business model and you notice worsening results after six months, you may want to circle back to the original model. The most significant impact it may have relates to how we manage data.

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Stax

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

That’s why for most businesses, it’s almost impossible to make do without a credit card terminal. Finding the right credit card machine that fits your business model, however, isn’t always an easy task. But if you’re stuck, worry not: in this article, we’ll help you find the best payment terminal for your business.

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Natalia Luneva

APRIL 24, 2025

Stripe Connect, a popular choice among businesses, offers robust features; however, many enterprises are seeking alternatives to better align with their specific needs in 2025. This article delves into the nuances of Stripe Connect, its features, and the array of alternatives available that cater to different business requirements.

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Neil Patel

APRIL 9, 2021

This is essential for brands that rely on live events in their business model. According to Statista , revenue in the TVOD market is growing and expected to reach $12,150 million by 2025. Another excellent way to monetize your VOD platform is the ad-supported video on demand (AVOD) model.

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How To Buy Saas

APRIL 4, 2023

However, if you’re running a subscription business, this is even more critical than you may realize. In a subscription business model, customer retention is the key to long-term success. trillion by 2025. Losing a customer is never pleasant, but it’s a particularly painful experience to lose a subscriber.

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Intercom, Inc.

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Adapting to remote work and eschewing business travel has forced a change – the events of the last year has already fundamentally changed how and where we do business. There’s opportunity in change, already this serial entrepreneur is looking at new business models born out of the current situation.

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Panintelligence

AUGUST 1, 2024

The global Fintech market is projected to reach a staggering $305 billion by 2025 , highlighting the sector's rapid growth and significance. These differences are influenced by the jurisdiction, the nature of the financial services or products provided, and the business model.

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Chart Mogul

DECEMBER 12, 2024

2024 was a big year for SaaS with AI in the spotlight and new pricing models shaking things up. What will 2025 bring? So, what might 2025 bring? The 2025 (new and improved) SaaS resurgence Nick Franklin , Founder and CEO of ChartMogul 2025 will mark SaaSs resurgence. But not everything played out as expected.

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Buffer Resources

APRIL 8, 2025

How the Facebook algorithm works in 2025 The Facebook algorithm was created so that the Meta-owned platform shows users more interesting, relevant content that’s tailored to them and keeps them scrolling longer.

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Sales Hacker

JANUARY 7, 2025

New year, time to take back control – 2025 is the year of inbox zero. What’s your outlook for 2025? You know, if I look at our business, we were thinking, oh, the AI is going to be a headwind, you know, people are going to be replaced by AI. And what does it mean for business model? Scott Barker: Yeah.

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SaaStr

JANUARY 31, 2025

Hype vs. Reality in the Enterprise SaaStrs AI Day 2025 brought together the top minds in the SaaS, AI and Cloud to dive deep into the intersection of AI and B2B. AI-driven productivity gains are undeniable, but fully autonomous AI workflows still require careful implementation to deliver lasting business value. The AI Agents Are Here.

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Buffer Resources

JANUARY 13, 2025

With all the changes on the horizon, it’s safe to say that social media will look a little different in 2025. Lia Haberman , social media consultant and writer of the ICYMI newsletter predicts that 2025 will be the year brands and creators start thinking of themselves as media empires. Let’s get into it.

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SaaStr

APRIL 10, 2025

Its their business model. Thats the business model of many agencies at scale. But their models arent always consistent with what youd expect. I learned many things from him about marketing and more, especially as he was often so direct. Ive tried to work around this. I try to work with folks forever if possible.

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SaaStr

MAY 27, 2025

Billion in 2015 Second IPO in 2021, $10 Billion market cap Salesforce acquires them in 2025 for $8 Billion Man, it's a journey pic.twitter.com/Lmi9NPQbj6 — Jason SaaStr.Ai Lemkin (@jasonlk) May 27, 2025 Salesforce just agreed to finally acquire Informatica for $8 Billion after trying for some time. Classic buy-fix-sell.

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Buffer Resources

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Networking opportunities: Perfect for meeting collaborators, sponsors, and professionals who can help take your business or creator journey to the next level. So, let’s dive into the events you’ll want on your calendar for 2025. Interactive workshops on influencer marketing, agency growth, and AI in social media.

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SaaStr

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Existing distribution channels: While startups are racing to build distribution, incumbents already have it However, the business model disruption around AI pricing remains a challenge for larger players to navigate. #3. And there’s still a lot of noise in B2B.”

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Clouded Judgement

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Business models changed an unlocked new vectors of scaling. Of course, just because 2011 turned out not to be a bubble doesn’t mean 2025 will have the same outcome. But, a lot of that hype translated to real value. Companies grew larger (and faster) than anyone imagined. TAMs compounded. Companies were built differently.

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Blulogix

MAY 8, 2025

Lets look at the key benefits of QTC and why its foundational for modern business models. As enterprises look toward 2025 and beyond, QTC is becoming not just a systembut a strategy. Well be discussing this in detail in Consolidate to Scale Modernize Your Quote-to-Cash Engine: Rethinking Your Monetization Stack for 2025.

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Blulogix

MAY 7, 2025

It kicks off once a customer places an order and includes the following steps: Order management Fulfillment and provisioning Invoicing Payment collection Accounts receivable and reconciliation For businesses selling fixed-price products or simple services, OTC may be sufficient. What Is Quote-to-Cash? appeared first on BluLogix.

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Blulogix

MAY 6, 2025

Lets Break It Down In todays world of subscriptions, services, and hybrid business models, closing a deal is just the beginning. Join us for our upcoming BluLogix webinar: Consolidate to Scale Modernize Your Quote-to-Cash Engine: Rethinking Your Monetization Stack for 2025. Want to see what that looks like in action?

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Blulogix

MAY 15, 2025

You dont have to rebuild your business model to get it right. Whether you’re tracking devices across fleets, assets, Read More May 15, 2025 Blog Channel Chaos? Its Read More May 13, 2025 The post Usage-Based Billing Isnt Optional AnymoreHeres How to Do It Right appeared first on BluLogix. The good news?

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Stax

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The Best Credit Card Readers in 2025 As part of our holistic range of scalable payment solutions here at Stax, we offer several choices of payment processing equipment for your business. It also allows you to accept payments anywhere in the store or on the go throughout your business day.

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Unbounce

JANUARY 31, 2025

Updated on January 31, 2025. The Unbounce agency business model, the technology platform, and, most importantly, our focus on helping agencies like yours combine to deliver top-tier results so you can shine with your clients and grow profitably. Author of two books, he is a five-time entrepreneur, including three agencies.

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Natalia Luneva

MAY 12, 2025

Did you know that by 2025, the global gross payment volume processed by payment facilitators is projected to exceed $4 trillion ? As businesses increasingly rely on diverse payment processing solutions, you should understand the distinctions between Payment Facilitators ( PayFacs ) and Independent Sales Organizations (ISOs).

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Clouded Judgement

JANUARY 31, 2025

Subscribe now The Winner of Cheap AI - The Application Layer There’s been a lot of talk recently about how 2025 is “the year AI applications take off.” If we rewind the clock ~12 months, there were a lot of questions about how business models would have to evolve in the age of AI. Were seat based models dead?

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SaaStr

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

As we gear up for 2025 SaaStrAnnual.com, May 13-15 in SF Bay , we wanted to take a quick look back at some of our very top speakers from last year. The Speakers Andrew Bialecki is the co-founder and CEO of Klaviyo, a marketing and customer data platform that has revolutionized how e-commerce businesses connect with their customers.

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SaaStr

APRIL 17, 2025

Rory has led investments in companies like Box, DocuSign, and has a reputation for his deep understanding of SaaS metrics and business models. 5 Things to Know About VC in 2025 Mega-funds are the new normal – With a16z at $20B and Founders Fund at $4.6B, capital is concentrating in fewer hands that can write massive checks.

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Sales Hacker

APRIL 29, 2025

One is we delight the customer and we make a lot of money through a business model. I would say if you find those and maybe I can share a list of some of the people that I trust with you or places I listen to or sample that’s what you should do in 2025. And that last part cannot be done without marketing.

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SaaStr

MARCH 15, 2025

So as we gear up for 2025 SaaStr Annual, May 13-15 in SF Bay , we wanted to take a look back at the top sessions from recent years. Become Ridiculously Easy to Understand The #1 barrier preventing investors from understanding your company isn’t the complexity of your technology or business model. It’s you.

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