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2 months ago we hit $30K MRR with 40 customers and no UI—just an API pushing perfect intent. Now we’re nearing $60K MRR with 100 customers. Still no SaaS product, just raw API. It’s getting harder every step, and we’ll likely pause client acquisition soon. I won’t promote or cite my solution.
r/indiehackers
5/26/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | https://chat.openai.com/ | AI Language Model | Fine-tuned for specific use cases |
| Slack | https://slack.com/ | Communication Platform | Integration for alerts |
| Hubspot | https://www.hubspot.com/ | CRM | Integration for alerts |
| Salesforce | https://www.salesforce.com/ | CRM | Integration for alerts |
| https://www.whatsapp.com/ | Messaging | Integration for alerts | |
| Telegram | https://telegram.org/ | Messaging | Integration for alerts |
| - | Communication | Integration for alerts |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Slow, expensive, and hard to scale manual analysis
- Need for real-time alerts from multiple sources
- Difficulty in scaling customer success operations
Problems to Solve:
- Automating store opening detection
- Providing real-time alerts from various sources
- Scaling customer success operations
Potential Solutions:
- API-based solution for real-time alerts
- Customizable alert delivery to multiple platforms
- Flexible pricing model with no commitment
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Starting with a clear value proposition
- Building real product before UI/UX
- Focus on high-margin recurring revenue
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Network-based customer acquisition
- Word-of-mouth referrals
Monetization & Product:
- Flexible pricing model ($200-$2000/month)
- Monthly subscription with no commitment
- High-margin API-based solution
User Engagement:
- Focus on core value delivery
- Simple onboarding process
- Customizable alert delivery