South Coast User Group - 8th April 2025

#### 19:00 - 20:00 | The Decline of SaaS and the Rise of Low-Code/No-Code (LCNC)

🗣 Speaker: Christopher Kaye
The rise of SaaS transformed how businesses accessed technology—delivering scalable, off-the-shelf software on a subscription basis. But with the explosion of low-code and no-code (LCNC) platforms, are we witnessing a shift away from traditional SaaS?
In this session, we’ll explore:

✅ The evolution of SaaS and how LCNC is reshaping the landscape
✅ Key opportunities and challenges of the LCNC revolution
✅ Real-world examples of LCNC replacing SaaS solutions
✅ The future of enterprise software—hybrid approaches, automation, and AI-driven LCNC

Is SaaS in decline, or are we entering a new era of technology democratisation? Join the discussion and share your thoughts!

#### 20:00 - 20:30 | Networking & Food Break

Enjoy great food and connect with fellow professionals in the Microsoft community.

#### 20:30 - 21:00 | Adopting AI: Navigating Challenges, Unleashing Potential

🗣 Speaker: Areti Iles
AI is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s here, reshaping how we work. But adopting AI successfully isn’t just about using the latest tools; it’s about strategy, governance, and culture.
In this interactive session, we’ll cover:
🚀 The latest AI advancements within the Power Platform
📈 How to drive AI adoption and build an AI-ready culture
🛠️ Defining an AI strategy to drive business value
🔍 Best practices for responsible AI governance and compliance
Discover how to future-proof your organisation by strategically integrating AI. Whatever the challenge, there’s an AI tool to help you solve it!