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Is it possible to have a successful tech startup even you're in a 3rd world country?
r/SaaS
6/17/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| RobinReach | - | Social Media Management | Platform for managing social media |
| Kumu | - | Social Platform | Filipino social media platform |
| PayMongo | - | Payment Processing | Payment gateway for businesses |
| Freshworks | - | Customer Engagement | Suite of SaaS products for customer support |
| Zoho | - | Business Software | Suite of web-based business tools |
| Mailtrap | - | Email Testing | Email testing and debugging platform |
| Crisp | - | Customer Messaging | Customer messaging platform |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Limited access to capital and networks
- Infrastructure challenges (internet speed, hardware)
- Time constraints due to family responsibilities
- Lack of local peers and motivation
Problems to Solve:
- Building a global product from a local base
- Overcoming administrative hurdles
- Managing costs while scaling
- Accessing international markets
Potential Solutions:
- Leveraging remote teams and freelancers
- Focusing on global pain points
- Building for a global market
- Using cost advantages as a competitive moat
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Building for global markets
- Leveraging cost advantages
- Focusing on real problems
- Using remote teams
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Solving global pain points
- Clear UX and onboarding
- Async support
Monetization & Product:
- Competitive pricing
- Profitability focus
- Lean operations
User Engagement:
- Building for global audiences
- Creating value through remote operations