In this episode of “Democratizing SaaS,” Feyzi Fatehi sits down with Arun Batchu, Vice President and Analyst at Gartner’s Software Engineering Practice, to explore the powerful convergence of AI, entrepreneurship, and SaaSOps in reshaping the software landscape.

With over three decades of experience in AI, software engineering, and innovation, Arun shares insights on how AI is no longer just a tool—but a launchpad for a new generation of entrepreneurs. The conversation dives into the rise of AI-native companies, the emergence of “multipotentialites” (individuals with diverse and adaptable skill sets), and the acceleration of product development cycles through intelligent automation.

Crucially, Arun and Feyzi spotlight SaaSOps™ Platform as the infrastructure enabler behind this revolution—removing friction from software distribution, operations, and monetization. By abstracting the operational complexity of building and scaling SaaS businesses, SaaSOps empowers developers and founders to focus on innovation, customer experience, and rapid iteration.

They also explore the future of open-source platforms, the rise of solo entrepreneurs building billion-dollar ventures, and how the synergy between AI and SaaSOps is democratizing software development—even for non-technical founders.

Tune in to discover how AI and SaaSOps are combining forces to accelerate entrepreneurship, streamline innovation, and redefine what’s possible in the software world.