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The Ultimate Guide to Software-as-a-Service

A curated Irish 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

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.

Yesterday

Simpro launches AI platform Lightning for field trades
Productivity

Simpro launches AI platform Lightning for field trades

The rollout spans thousands of trade firms, promising quicker fixes and new AI tools to cut paperwork, disputes and admin costs.

Yesterday

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.

Yesterday

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.

Yesterday

North Korea-linked hackers stole USD $2.02 billion
Threat intelligence

North Korea-linked hackers stole USD $2.02 billion

Losses from North Korea-linked digital asset theft jumped 51% in 2025, exposing banks and fintech firms to more identity-based intrusions.

Yesterday

Webidoo raises USD $25 million to fuel US expansion
Productivity

Webidoo raises USD $25 million to fuel US expansion

The funding will help the Italian software group buy US businesses and deepen its reach among small firms already using multiple tools.

2 days ago

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.

2 days ago

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.

3 days ago

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.

3 days ago

Quiq launches Voice AI & rebrand for customer service
Productivity

Quiq launches Voice AI & rebrand for customer service

Businesses can now keep customer conversations seamless as Quiq adds live voice support and a new brand identity for its service platform.

3 days ago

Ericsson study finds telecom operators lag on AI & 5G
Digital Transformation

Ericsson study finds telecom operators lag on AI & 5G

Most operators are still not deploying the AI and 5G tools they say will drive new revenue, according to Ericsson's global survey.

3 days ago

Decodo says 50-person firms spend USD $141,606 on SaaS
Workplace

Decodo says 50-person firms spend USD $141,606 on SaaS

That annual software bill can rival a senior engineer's pay as AI add-ons and shadow IT push spending to USD $141,606 for a 50-person firm.

3 days ago

Adfin raises USD $18 million to tackle late payments
Productivity

Adfin raises USD $18 million to tackle late payments

The funding will help more UK SMEs cut overdue invoices, freeing cash and staff time as Adfin expands beyond collections.

3 days ago

Agoda launches single checkout for hotels, flights
Digital Transformation

Agoda launches single checkout for hotels, flights

Travellers can now book hotels, flights and activities in one transaction, as online agencies race to keep customers on a single platform.

3 days ago

Eightfold launches TalentForge to build custom HR tools
Recruitment

Eightfold launches TalentForge to build custom HR tools

Large employers could gain more tailored hiring and workforce tools as Eightfold extends beyond packaged HR software into custom-built systems.

4 days ago

Samsung tops commercial display market for 17th year
IT Department

Samsung tops commercial display market for 17th year

Business buyers have kept Samsung ahead in commercial displays, with 2.5 million units shipped as software-led demand widened.

5 days ago

Glean & Gainsight integrate customer signals into AI
Data Analytics

Glean & Gainsight integrate customer signals into AI

Customer-facing teams can now see health, risk and sentiment signals in one place as the integration goes generally available inside Glean.

Last week

SNP & Structify launch Oros Data venture for M&A files
Marketing Technologies

SNP & Structify launch Oros Data venture for M&A files

Unstructured files that can sway deal value will be targeted by a new AI joint venture aimed at speeding M&A reviews and protecting sensitive records.

Last week

KPMG expands ServiceNow alliance in USD $40 million AI push
Human Capital Management

KPMG expands ServiceNow alliance in USD $40 million AI push

Clients could see faster AI rollouts across back-office workflows as KPMG deepens a three-year USD $40 million alliance with ServiceNow.

Last week

Tanium, ServiceNow launch autonomous IT operations tool
IT service management

Tanium, ServiceNow launch autonomous IT operations tool

The tie-up aims to cut investigation times and patching errors by feeding live endpoint data into ServiceNow workflows and AI agents.

Last week