Starting a SaaS in 2016 is a bigger gamble than ever.
Still opportunity for disruption (à la @SlackHQ), but increasingly rare.
-
-
Replying to @mijustin
Remember, "SaaS" isn't a destination. It's just a licensing and delivery model. Models are fallible. It's not a golden ticket.
3 replies 3 retweets 5 likes -
Replying to @mijustin
.
@mijustin Isn't there an unspoken assumption "web-based SaaS" ? I'm interested in alt platforms: Slack (http://www.smooz.io ), Gmail...2 replies 0 retweets 1 like -
Replying to @MVaragnat
.
@mijustin ... Dropbox, Shopify, FB Messenger, Shopify, and so on. Feels like lots of opportunity and less crowded. SaaS can work there too1 reply 0 retweets 2 likes -
Replying to @MVaragnat
yup, lots of opportunity. All the examples you mentioned would require a lot of funding + team upfront.
1 reply 0 retweets 0 likes -
Replying to @mijustin
Maybe misunderstanding. I meant build micro-SaaS app on top of these platforms, using their APIs. New platforms open new needs
1 reply 0 retweets 1 like
ah, yes! I mention those opportunities in the post. Big risk is the platform shutting off access or doing it themselves.
Loading seems to be taking a while.
Twitter may be over capacity or experiencing a momentary hiccup. Try again or visit Twitter Status for more information.
building