Custom B2B AI vs. SaaS: What’s the Best Path for B2B Enterprise?

7 Nov. 2024 - - Total Reads 2,557

Custom B2B AI vs. SaaS

Over the last decade, AI has taken the business world by storm. It’s changing how companies operate, especially in the SaaS (Software as a Service) space. Now, B2B enterprises face a big decision: Should they stick with SaaS platforms or go for custom B2B AI solutions? Knowing which path to choose can make a huge difference to your business.

Understanding SaaS for B2B Enterprises

SaaS platforms are all around us. Big names in the B2B, ERP, CRM market are bolting in AI including SAP, Pronto, Monday, Sage, MYOB Advanced, Dynamics, Salesforce and others. With little work on the part of your team, these systems claim to improve efficiency and streamline processes. You can use resources like data management features, chatbots, and predictive analytics. Additionally, nothing needs to be built from scratch, which could seem like a benefit. 

But SaaS AI has its downsides. These platforms get bloated, and businesses often end up paying for features they don’t really need. You’re locked into licensing fees of tens, hundreds or even millions of dollars a year, and that is without your internal and customisation costs for maintenance, training, resource teams that work on just that product… and it’s supposed to be working for you.

As you grow, these platforms hold you back, but really there has been no alternative. Customisation is often limited, and the reliance on third-party vendors means you have less control over your own data and tools.

Plus, those hidden costs can pile up. You’ll pay for licences, updates, and additional features, even if your team only uses a fraction of what’s available. Businesses end up working for the software, not the other way around.

The Custom B2B AI Alternative

Custom B2B AI solutions are a better change for businesses with specific needs. Instead of relying on a pre-built platform, you get B2B AI tools that are designed specifically for your business. This gives you total control over how AI works for you. Imagine having B2B AI tailored to your exact processes, optimising workflows, reducing overheads, and automating tasks across your entire organisation.

And here’s the thing: APIs and Large Language Models (LLMs) are now more affordable than ever. You can plug these into your systems and gain massive productivity boosts without breaking the bank. Companies that invest in custom B2B AI solutions now will have a competitive edge that SaaS AI just can’t match.

Why go Custom? You’re in charge of how the B2B AI is developed, trained, and deployed. That means it can evolve with your business and keep up with changing needs. It’s also more flexible. You can tweak it to fit exactly how your business works. And, let’s not forget, in the long run, custom B2B AI can save you heaps by cutting out expensive SaaS licence fees. There is a lot more to this, and being able to streamline AI into your organisational workflow is what software developers like AndMine are solving today.   

At Andmine, we’ve assisted companies all throughout Australia in making the best decisions. We’ll walk you through your alternatives, whether it’s SaaS AI or a custom solution. Are you prepared to learn which AI solution would work best for your company? Let’s talk. Book a call and we’ll show you how AI can transform your organisation. 

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