SaaS + AI: It’s Time to Move Much Faster with SaaStr CEO and Founder Jason Lemkin

Join SaaStr CEO and Founder Jason Lemkin in this compelling talk that was filmed live from SaaStr Annual, as he discusses the rapid transformation in the SaaS industry driven by AI advancements. Reflecting on changes since last September, Jason emphasizes the necessity for SaaS leaders and companies to move faster, re-skill their teams, and adopt AI-first strategies to stay competitive. Hear real-world examples of how AI is revolutionizing sales, customer support, and coding productivity, leading to significant industry shifts. This session is a call to action with a message of tough love: adapt quickly, be relentless, and work harder to navigate the evolving landscape and ensure continued success. 00:00 Introduction and Event Overview 00:15 The Rise of AI in SaaS 02:24 AI's Impact on Sales and Customer Success 05:15 Upcoming Sessions and Networking Opportunities 06:38 The Rapid Evolution of Software 13:28 The Need for Relentless AI Adoption 16:03 Reflecting on the SaaS Boom of 2021 16:29 The Need for Change in Organizations 17:37 The Impact of AI on Teams 18:42 AI's Role in Coding and Support 21:21 The AI Slow Roll Phenomenon 22:52 Increased Competition Due to AI 27:24 The Importance of Hard Work and Innovation 30:00 Concluding Thoughts and Future Directions -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Want to join the SaaStr community? We're the 🌎largest community for B2B software. Subscribe for weekly updates: https://www.saastr.com/subscribeform Twitter: https://twitter.com/saastr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2724976 Quora Group: https://www.quora.com/q/cloud Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SaaStr/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saastr/ Our North American Event: https://bit.ly/2OXeAYh Our European Event: https://bit.ly/2OZTad8