The SaaSpocalypse isn’t killing software spend

Enterprise software spending is still growing, but CIOs and CFOs are demanding far more flexibility in return: shorter commitments, stronger data portability, open APIs, and pricing models that reflect AI-driven usage rather than per-seat licensing. For IT organizations, this means software strategy is shifting from buying more tools to proving measurable value, reducing SaaS sprawl, and favoring platforms that can safely support agents and integrate across the stack. The SAP migration deadline adds urgency, creating an opportunity to consolidate around fewer, more open platforms instead of simply re-creating legacy processes in new cloud products.