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The Latest in SaaS: TC Sessions: SaaS 2021 is Underway

The time for action is now. Prepare to absorb the newest technological advancements and investment trends, gain practical guidance, and explore the future evolution of software-as-a-service. TC Sessions: SaaS 2021 begins today. While SaaS has been established for some time, its ongoing growth is undeniable, and the surrounding ecosystem continues to expand.

For those deciding at the last minute: There’s no need for hesitation. Purchase your pass at the virtual entrance and participate in this worldwide event.

Exceptional Speakers and Industry Leaders

A remarkable speaker lineup features prominent figures from across the industry – encompassing both established technology companies and emerging startups – who are redefining the boundaries of SaaS. They are prepared to share their insights to assist startup founders, developers, and investors in advancing their ventures.

The comprehensive agenda includes 25 outstanding presentations and interactive partner sessions. Several key highlights are detailed below. Your pass grants access to video-on-demand recordings, allowing you to review any sessions you may have missed after the event concludes. Eliminate any fear of missing out!

Startup Showcase and Pitch Feedback

Don't miss the opportunity to explore a collection of innovative early-stage startups exhibiting at the event. Visit their virtual booths to initiate conversations or request product demonstrations. Furthermore, exhibiting founders will participate in the Startup Pitch Feedback Session. Observe their pitches and receive valuable feedback from the TechCrunch team. You may even discover strategies to refine your own presentation skills.

Key Discussion Topics

SaaS Security: Current Landscape and Future Challenges: Organizations continually confront a multitude of threats, originating from nation-states, cybercriminals, and internal actors. Following a year characterized by widespread remote work and the dominance of cloud computing, both startups and corporations must remain vigilant regarding security. Security specialists Edna Conway (Microsoft), Wendy Nather (Cisco Secure), and Olivia Rose (Amplitude) will discuss the security considerations SaaS startups need to address today and in the future.

The Ascendancy of Automation: The pandemic underscored the critical importance of automation, a trend expected to intensify. We will be speaking with UiPath CEO Daniel Dines, Laela Sturdy, an investor at CapitalG, and Dave Wright from ServiceNow about the reasons why this is a pivotal moment for automation.

The Pandemic’s Impact on Cloud Productivity: Productivity applications such as Gmail, Google Calendar, and Google Drive represent a significant facet of SaaS. We’ll be discussing with executive Javier Soltero the role Google Workspace plays within the broader Google cloud strategy.

Open Source and Microsoft’s Cloud Transition

The Power of Open Source: Many contemporary startups incorporate an open-source component, a logical choice given its ability to cultivate an audience and stimulate sales. We’ll be talking with Abby Kearns from Puppet, Augusto “Aghi” Marietti from Kong and Jason Warner, an investor at Redpoint about the benefits of utilizing open source as a business model.

Microsoft’s Evolution to the Cloud: Jared Spataro has dedicated over 15 years to Microsoft and played a role in the transition from exclusively on-premise software to a cloud-centric approach. Currently leading one of the most successful SaaS products available, we’ll discuss with him how Microsoft navigated this shift and its implications for the company.

This is just a glimpse of the insights being shared at TC Sessions: SaaS 2021. Review the complete agenda (times will automatically adjust to your time zone), plan your schedule, and prepare for an in-depth exploration of SaaS opportunities.