Substly

25/04/2024

Substly can now proudly present Acast as a new customer!👏

Unless you have been living under a rock for the past couple of years, it's hard to never have heard of Acast! With over 100.000 podcasts and almost HALF A BILLION(❗) monthly listenings, they have created the world's most powerful and prolific marketplace for podcasts!

Access overview, License renewals, Shadow IT, and offboarding processes are just some of the areas they have improved with Substly! If you want to know more about Acast and how they use our SaaS management platform you can read the full customer case here👇
https://bit.ly/4b8pZgL

Once again, welcome to the community Acast!💚

20/02/2024

Meet Olle Stigenius!👋

Olle has been with us since October - 23 through his Master studies at Matix Handelshögskolan Göteborg! Thanks to his knowledge within strategic business development and growth management, he has been a key player in developing Substlys customer success process - as well as just creating a good vibe at the office!🔥

We asked Olle what his favorite part about Substly is;
"Just the entreprenurial spirit in general! I like the way open discussions about every aspect of the company just flows through the entire team. It doesnt feel very bureaucratic"

Olle will continue to help Substly grow during the spring, so dont hesitate to contact him at [email protected] !

15/02/2024

During the past year, Substly has received more awards and praise than we could possibly imagine, or fit into a single social media post for that matter....😅
But we are incredibly grateful for all of them and each one feels like a massive achievement, so we decided to share a handful of them with you!

You can read more about Substly, its features and the reasons for its praise here: https://bit.ly/3wi4VoV

22/01/2024

Substly is thrilled to welcome Magnus Axelsson to our team as a Business Developer! 🌐✨

With a solid credit and business information background, Magnus brings years of experience in various sales roles. From being a Key Account Manager to handling partners and dealers, he has delivered tailor-made solutions across finance, law, e-commerce, and business systems.

His expertise, gained from renowned companies like Bisnode (now Dun & Bradstreet), Checkbiz, and Zimpler, adds significant value to Substly. Founder & CEO Ola Stål is enthusiastic about this collaboration, highlighting Magnus' extensive experience in complex IT sales and calm demeanor.

"I've been eager to work with Magnus since we met three years ago. His confidence in our company and product and his diverse experience in large and small organizations make him a valuable addition to our team," says Ola.

Magnus is equally excited about joining Substly, seeing a natural fit for the company in today's and tomorrow's digital landscape. He will focus on exploring new business opportunities within existing customer segments, fostering partnerships, and investigating potential ventures in new industries.

About Magnus:
👤 Name: Magnus Axelsson
🌐 Experience: Bisnode (now Dun & Bradstreet), Checkbiz, Zimpler
📈 Interests: Stock market, fitness, and spending time in the mountains in winter and summer.

About Substly:
Substly is a tech company that provides SMEs with insights into cloud services and their use, allowing management to optimize costs, enhance data security, and increase employee productivity. Since its launch in 2020, Substly's SaaS Management platform has attracted users from more than 40+ countries. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3vHVDlH.

Join us in welcoming Magnus to the Substly family! 🎉

11/10/2023

Congratulations to Substly for being awarded the prestigious 2023 Rising Star Award! 🌟

We are thrilled to share this incredible news with our valued customers and partners. This award is a testament to Substly's unwavering commitment to excellence in SaaS management and IT Asset Management.

The Rising Star Award recognizes IT Asset Management systems that have achieved high user satisfaction and built a strong and loyal customer base over time.

We are proud to have received this recognition from FinancesOnline, a leading financial, B2B, and SaaS brand review platform.

Here are some of the key highlights that led to this achievement:

🚀 Efficient Software Asset Management: Substly simplifies license management and expense optimization, making it the perfect fit for small and mid-sized businesses. It provides a comprehensive view of software licenses, IT asset usage, and costs, helping you identify and eliminate unnecessary services.

🛡️ Enhanced Security: Substly boosts your business's security by managing access and preventing data breaches by removing licenses from departing employees, ensuring better security and compliance.

📢 Proactive Licensing Notifications: Substly's proactive alerts keep you in control of your software licenses, ensuring you're always notified of renewals on time to avoid unwanted renewals.

🤝 Seamless Collaboration: Substly eliminates silos in SaaS management, improving collaboration within your organization and reducing reliance on individual efforts while fostering decentralized procurement.

In a world where efficient and digitized solutions are paramount, Substly is proud to offer a solution that empowers management teams in SMBs. By providing insights into how workplace tech, especially SaaS, is adopted and leveraged across the organization, we help you optimize the employee experience, attract top talent, and position your business for success in today's competitive market.

Together, we look forward to a future of continued success and innovation.
Thank you for being part of the Substly family! 🙏

29/08/2023

Effectively managing SaaS applications is a new management challenge but crucial for small and midsized companies that want to maximize productivity and efficiency. 🦾

Ever wonder how to get started? 🤔🤔🤔

Here are 9 best practices for small and medium-sized businesses 👇👇👇

1️⃣ Assess Your Needs
2️⃣ Embrace Centralization
3️⃣ Define Ownership
4️⃣ Find the right level of automation
5️⃣ Control Costs
6️⃣ Prioritize Security & Compliance
7️⃣ User Training
8️⃣ Regular Audits
9️⃣ Communicate with Vendors

Read all about how to succeed in our new and comprehensive guide: https://bit.ly/3PdQitE

A practical guide to master SaaS management for small businesses: Optimize productivity, control costs, enhance security, and achieve faster growth.

22/08/2023

Organizations that fail to manage SaaS life cycles centrally are five times more susceptible to a cyber incident or data loss, according to Gartner.

Here are the signs your company would benefit from implementing a SaaS management platform (SMP):

👉 Lack of spend visibility
👉 Rapid growth
👉 Data security concerns
👉 Limited IT resources
👉 Audit & Reporting demands
👉 Untapped employee productivity

Learn about the “6-Step SMP Selection Process” 👇👇👇

https://bit.ly/3P5hR7t

Learn about SaaS management platforms (SMPs) for SMBs, their benefits, key features, when to consider investing in one, and how you find the right fit.

15/08/2023

Businesses that fail to attain centralized visibility overspend on SaaS by at least 25%. 😢
Learn how to implement the 5 best practices of SaaS Spend Management and stop wasting money. 🥂

👉 Identify expenses
👉 Assess utilization
👉 Negotiate terms
👉 Control & Governance
👉 Employee training and awareness

# itmanagement

Discover best practices for SMBs to manage their SaaS stack, optimize costs, and maximize ROI. Learn how to control SaaS spending and drive productivity.

28/06/2023

We're thrilled to announce the release of our innovative Chrome, Safari, Edge, and Firefox browser extensions. 🎉🎉🎉

With these extensions, you can effortlessly track your employees' SaaS usage. Gain valuable insights, optimize software expenses, and make better-informed software purchasing decisions.

Key Features:
1️⃣ Automated SaaS Tracking: The extension scans browser history, cross-referencing it with registered services, providing insights without manual effort.

2️⃣ Usage Insights: Get a comprehensive overview of software applications utilized by your team, identify unsanctioned and unused licenses, and optimize costs efficiently.

3️⃣ Seamless: Compatible with Chrome, Safari, Edge, and Firefox, our extension supports all major browsers and effortlessly integrates into your employees' browsing experience.

16/06/2023

Automate even more of your SaaS management with Group Synchronization. Sync groups via Microsoft Azure and Google Workspace directly into your Substly account to reduce complexity & save time!