SaaStr

MAY 4, 2022

Market trends: why is it easier than ever to build an online business? The recent bump in Netflix’s subscription cost may have grabbed headlines, but it’s also part of the greater trend that has had subscription-based services grow six-fold in the past nine years. Plan for compliance implications of your growth. Key takeaways.

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Clouded Judgement

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Every week I’ll provide updates on the latest trends in cloud software companies. There were also quite a few questions around cost and compliance. And on the latter - there will be more guardrails and structure in place to appease some of the compliance questions. Follow along to stay up to date!

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SaaStr

APRIL 4, 2019

Eyal Manor: Yes, so one trend I’ve been observing in the past two years is first of all is the rise of containers and the rise of Kubernetes. So one trend is just containers, Kubernetes and how that auto scales in a very seamless way wherever you are. What about compliance? Where is your storage? How is data being managed?

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FastSpring

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Current market trends in Asia that can affect expansion and the challenges associated with those market trends. In simple terms, we handle everything from payments to fraud management, to custom support and tax compliance, so that sellers can focus on growing their business. Jay Jia (03:29) Exactly, exactly.

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Merchant Services Payment Services Payment Methods SaaS Payments 192

Stax

APRIL 3, 2025

Theyre easy to integrate and set up, with the host taking care of data security measures, including PCI compliance and fraud protection. On top of PCI compliance, you might have to pay extra for SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) certification. Just like self-hosted gateways, merchants using API-based solutions are responsible for security.

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Payment Methods Merchant Services Payment Solutions Payment Services 88

User Pilot

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

In SaaS, the top data analytics trends can either be a revolution or just fluff. So what are the trends in the data analytics landscape that are actually important for product management ? Data security and privacy : Addresses increasing data breaches and cybercrimes, emphasizing the importance of robust data governance and compliance.

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Blulogix

JANUARY 3, 2025

Navigating these changes requires businesses to adopt compliance-focused billing software and automated subscription management tools that ensure adherence to legal standards while maintaining operational efficiency and customer trust. How Billing Automation Supports Compliance Billing automation is a cornerstone of regulatory readiness.

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Blulogix

JANUARY 6, 2025

Trends like usage-based pricing , complex provisioning , industry consolidation , and evolving regulatory landscapes are reshaping how businesses operate and thrive. To succeed, subscription-based organizations must embrace smarter, more integrated approaches to billing, management, and strategy.

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Stax

AUGUST 22, 2024

In this article, we’ll discuss what SaaS companies looking to become payment facilitators need to know about risk management strategies. PayFacs handle risk assessment, underwriting, settling of funds, compliance, and chargebacks which exposes them to greater potential risks.

Merchant Services 88

Merchant Services Payment Services Payfac SaaS Payments 88

User Pilot

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Our article explores 8 key trends in product management that you can’t afford to miss! TL;DR Product-led growth is becoming the go-to growth strategy and PLG tactics can help sales-led companies to improve customer experience. Collecting feedback is one way to improve experiences and tweak your strategies.

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BetterCloud

MARCH 17, 2025

This can quickly not only inflate your SaaS budget, but also introduce significant security and compliance risks. Check for SOC 2, ISO 27001, and other relevant security and compliance certifications. While not every strategy works for every business, there is a wrong way to budget for SaaS.

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User Pilot

AUGUST 27, 2024

In HubSpot’s consumer behavior trends report, 72% of consumers said they’re more likely to make purchase decisions with a brand they can trust their data with. But when you think about this and all the trends that are happening right now, how can your business catch up? Labeling auto-captured events with Userpilot.

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User Pilot

MARCH 9, 2025

It helps quantify customer behaviors on a larger scale to uncover user trends and correlations. In fact, research shows that gamification-based strategies can boost user engagement by up to 30%. Here’s how: Stay updated on industry trends: Conduct market research to keep learning about what’s new in your space.

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Stax

JANUARY 23, 2025

The merchant underwriting process helps reduce fraud (including chargeback volume), ensures compliance with regulations, and protects financial stability in the payment processing space. Key steps include application review, risk assessment, credit checks, and compliance verification. Learn More What is Merchant Account Underwriting?

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User Pilot

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Onboarding gamification is a strategy that uses game design elements, like points, badges, or progress bars, to motivate users to take action during the onboarding process. This strategy is particularly useful when a user needs to master multiple features over time or complete multiple processes. What is onboarding gamification?

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SaaStr

MARCH 28, 2024

I spend a lot of time researching software trends in vertical software, compliance, and AI. Prior to McKinsey, she developed the strategy for Salesforce Venture’s $50M impact fund, served as an Economic Advisor in the Office of the Prime Minister of Cabo Verde, and started as an investment banker at Goldman Sachs.

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FastSpring

JANUARY 27, 2022

Craig says, “We then contact our users to give them suggestions about which subscriptions might be best for them based on past trends and future projections.”. Offering tiers is the most common SaaS pricing strategy that enables customers to scale with you, as well as customize options. Tiered plans: A common step as companies grow.

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Merchant Services Payment Services SaaS Payments Payment Solutions 146

SaaStr

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Question #3: What Is A Content Strategy For SaaS? No one needs the 11th most boring article on compliance. SaaStr’s content marketing strategy includes: Holding a customer webinar every week. At SaaStr Annual, Lemkin will do a deep-dive opener on SaaS trends of 2023. All in all, you need a VP of Sales.

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Outsourcing Services Sales Hiring Scale Sales Recruiting 285

Payrix

APRIL 2, 2024

A comprehensive Embedded Payments strategy isn’t complete without value added services. In our continued conversation with Andy Meadows, the Head of Partner Success Managment at Payrix, about how to build an Embedded Payments strategy, we explore the significance of value added services. Did you miss Part 1 and Part 2?

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Payments Embedded Payments Merchant Services Payment Services 124

Blulogix

MARCH 12, 2025

This shift is driven by customer expectations, technological advancements, and the need for more flexible monetization strategies. Manual invoicing is inefficient and error-prone; automation ensures accuracy and compliance with billing standards. Automate Billing & Invoicing to prevent revenue loss.

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Payment Features AI Search B2B AI 59

FastSpring

OCTOBER 4, 2024

In this era of digital distribution and direct player relationships, understanding the intricacies of D2C strategies is crucial for success. Whether you’re looking to optimize your payment processes, expand into new markets, or simply curious about the latest trends in gaming monetization, FastSpring is here to help.

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Payments Payment Services Payment Methods Payment Solutions 147

Stax

JANUARY 8, 2024

Not only must PayFacs safeguard themselves and their clients against potential threats like fraud or cybersecurity breaches but also ensure PCI compliance , customer due diligence, and adherence to card regulations. They must also ensure that sub-merchants are compliant with the regulations set by card companies, e.g. PCI compliance.

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Merchant Services Payfac Payment Services SaaS Payments 88

USIO

JULY 25, 2024

Boost Security and Compliance Security is a critical concern for any enterprise handling payments. These services ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, protecting sensitive data and reducing the risk of fraud.

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Payment Services Payment Methods Payment Solutions Payments 130

Blulogix

DECEMBER 31, 2024

To stay competitive, companies must adopt tools and strategies that allow them to innovate with precision and confidence. Regulatory Compliance: Transparent and fair billing practices are becoming a regulatory requirement in many industries. Usage-based pricing represents a seismic shift in how subscription businesses operate.

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Blulogix

MARCH 27, 2025

Lack of Visibility Businesses often lack real-time insights into revenue trends and payment behaviors. AI enables businesses to offer: Dynamic Pricing Models AI-driven insights allow businesses to adjust pricing based on customer usage, demand, and market trends.

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Subscription Flow

DECEMBER 12, 2024

From customer expectations, to market trends, to business operations, everything is evolving. Businesses following the right strategies are experiencing a growth boom. The purpose of the revenue growth management strategy is to steer a business in an organized, and sustainable direction.

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Payments Payment Services SaaS Payments Revenue 52

Upscope

JANUARY 5, 2020

Related : 10 Companies Show you their Go-to-Market Strategies Also see : 3 Copywriting Secrets for Ranking on Google And : Using Jobs to be Done Method to Explain What Your Company Does Contents Skip this blog post and just read the book Why positioning matters What is positioning? Product positioning matters! Where are we now?

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Blulogix

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

It involves a strategic approach to understanding, projection , and optimizing revenue streams while maintaining compliance with financial standards. Revenue projection should be dynamic, continuously updated as market conditions and customer trends evolve.

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USIO

JUNE 3, 2024

Additionally, Usio provides valuable data insights, helping you to tailor your offerings and create more targeted marketing strategies. Compliance and security are paramount in payment processing, as it involves handling sensitive customer data. Usio integrated payment systems can significantly improve your cash flow management.

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Payments Payment Solutions Payment Services SaaS Payments 130

SaaStr

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

It’s a defensible strategy to create differentiation when you and that partner build out specific integrations. Pick your strategies, invest in them, and start tiering. So, if a sales rep is in a sticky situation, they can pull in a compliance expert from the team, and that team is accessible to customers in live chat.

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FastSpring

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

This technical integration guide provides a recap of current industry trends, an overview of FastSpring’s solution for video game monetization as a merchant of record , technical details for implementing FastSpring with your game, and stories from other happy game devs and studios who are already succeeding on FastSpring.

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User Pilot

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

That said, a product research tech stack can include a great variety of tools for obtaining insights on market trends, understanding user behavior, collecting user feedback, running A/B tests, and more. They allow you to scale your market research capabilities, allowing you to understand customer preferences, demands, and sell the trend.

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User Pilot

MARCH 30, 2025

But is your mobile user acquisition strategy strong enough? The odds are inherently against you, and without a proactive marketing strategy, youre turning those odds into impossibilities. There are many ways to approach each, so lets go over nine of the most effective strategies for mobile user acquisition: 1.

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BetterCloud

MARCH 24, 2025

This guide is designed to cut through the noise and provide you with actionable strategies to tame the SaaS chaos. Cost optimization strategies: Implement cost optimization strategies such as right-sizing licenses, negotiating volume discounts, and leveraging usage-based pricing models. Review your policies and procedures.

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USIO

JUNE 10, 2024

Whether you’re a small e-commerce store or a large enterprise, understanding the latest trends and technologies in payment integration can help you stay competitive and meet your customers’ expectations. Key Trends in Payment Integration for 2024 1.

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Payments Payment Services Merchant Services Payment Methods 130

Blulogix

DECEMBER 27, 2024

The increasing complexity of subscription billing, driven by trends like metered pricing models and hybrid subscription structures , has heightened the risk of revenue leakage. It reduces manual errors, ensures compliance with complex pricing structures, and enables businesses to scale without losing operational efficiency.

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Valuize Consulting

APRIL 4, 2025

We’re talking about moving beyond gut feelings and into a realm of data-driven strategy. It is foundational to customer strategy, but too often it stops at the surfacecompany size, geography, industry. Time insights reveal emerging trends before they become issues. Without granular data, you’re flying blind.

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