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.
Irish Software-as-a-Service News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Servecentric hosts Profitsflow cloud ERP in Ireland
Local manufacturers and field service firms could cut software costs by an average of EUR 100,000 a year under the new hosting deal.
Irish firms warned on custom AI agents replacing software
Custom-built agents could leave Irish boards carrying the full cost of AI errors, with fines and compliance failures possible under EU rules.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Software-as-a-Service
Keeper Security ranks second fastest-growing in market
8x8 sees surging AI demand as usage revenue jumps 70%
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Aveva unveils AI & data updates across industrial suite
Infobip named Gartner CPaaS leader in 2026 ranking
BeyondTrust named leader in KuppingerCole PAM report
Featured News
Milestone turns video data into AI-driven intelligence
Demand for real-time security insights is pushing airports and public spaces towards AI tools that can analyse hundreds of cameras at once.
Exclusive: Orderfox pushes into autonomous execution with Gieni ABX
Orderfox launches Gieni ABX on Microsoft Azure to push industrial AI beyond insights, automating workflows across enterprise systems with governance.
Expert Columns
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Software-as-a-Service News
Oxx finds AI founders more technical than SaaS peers
Technical credentials are now more likely to sway investors as successful AI founders outnumber SaaS peers with PhDs and top university ties.
Gainsight launches AI-native renewal service for clients
Enterprise software vendors may soon be judged on retention, as Gainsight takes on renewal work directly for customers.
Hyland partners with Microsoft to expand Azure reach
Customers in regulated sectors will gain more deployment choice and data residency options as Hyland extends its content platform across Microsoft Azure.
KYND launches cyber analytics in 15 languages for SMEs
Insurers and brokers may find it easier to assess SME cyber exposure after KYND expanded its risk platform into 15 local languages.
CloudZero launches AI financial control plane for firms
Finance teams can now track AI spend against business results in real time, as firms face pressure to justify rising budgets.
Visa adds receivables tool to commercial solutions hub
Issuers will be able to cut supplier enrolment friction as Visa folds automated virtual card receivables into its commercial payments hub.
ExpressVPN hits 27 audits as privacy tools pass checks
Cure53 found no major flaws in ExpressVPN's email alias and identity monitoring tools, bolstering trust as privacy services face scrutiny.
Zendesk pledges USD $100 million to boost startup scheme
The two-year pledge is aimed at easing early software costs for founders and tightening Zendesk's grip on startup buying decisions.
EasyPicky & Pitcher team up for shelf data workflow
Field teams can now act on shelf problems during store visits as EasyPicky's video analysis feeds Pitcher's sales workflow for consumer goods makers.
Hyland launches global partner network for AI growth
The overhaul is meant to give partners clearer rules, more transparency and bigger rewards as customers move from AI pilots to scaled deployments.
Westcon-Comstor lifts sales & profit on software shift
Higher-margin software and services lifted Westcon-Comstor's FY26 sales and profit, with recurring revenue now making up 68% of gross sales.
Zscaler to buy Symmetry Systems in AI security push
Businesses rushing to deploy AI agents face a fresh security gap, as Zscaler adds identity mapping and partner services to its platform.
AppOmni launches Marlin AI for SaaS security teams
The tool aims to cut the time analysts spend on SaaS threat reviews as security teams grapple with rising alert volumes and noise.
Smartcomply joins Mastercard Engage with fraud tool
Financial institutions using Mastercard can now tap an AI fraud system built in Africa as digital payments face rising scam and compliance risks.
Vontier sells Teletrac Navman stake to Respida Capital
Vontier will book USD $80 million in cash and keep a minority stake as it exits control of a fleet software unit valued at USD $220 million.
Informatica expands AWS tie-up for AI data controls
The integration aims to help AWS customers build AI agents on trusted enterprise data, reducing errors from fragmented records and poor governance.
Dashlane links browser credential risk to Sentinel
Security teams can now spot browser-based credential threats alongside identity and cloud alerts after Dashlane's Sentinel link.
Temenos recognises standouts in banking technology
Major banking technology shifts are paying off for lenders, as Temenos cited faster lending, core migrations and AI use across winners.
Koddi partners Wolt Ads on German programmatic launch
Brands and agencies in Germany can now buy Wolt's app-based commerce ads programmatically, as Koddi expands beyond travel into retail media.
Google adds AI agents and mobile apps to creative Flow tools
Creators can now edit songs section by section and build custom workflows as Google widens its AI production tools to mobile devices worldwide.