- Published on October 3, 2025
- In IT Services
The SaS Flywheel Spins, but Can Indian IT Keep Control?
The push for AI-first delivery promises speed and automation, but hidden dependencies and fragile code could undo the gains.
- By Smruti S
Indian IT is entering a new era defined by AI-driven workflows, but the technology powering this shift is far from foolproof.
The Services-as-Software (SaS) flywheel, described by HFS Research, envisions large language models accelerating development, agentic AI orchestrating workflows, and vibe coding translating intent into deployable code.
It is pitched as a model of seamless co-creation between humans and machines, promising unprecedented speed and automation. Yet, speed is only part of the story. The flywheel also demands a profound transformation in how Indian IT delivers, manages, and governs software.
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Smruti S
Journalist covering AI and startups. Keen on covering stories at the intersection of Technology and Business. You can contact me at smruti.s@analyticsindiamag.com
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