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SaaStr 774: The Vertical SaaS Rocketship: Samsara's CEO and Co-Founder Sanjit Biswas and SaaStr CEO and Founder Jason Lemkin on Samsara's Journey to $1.26 Billion in ARR

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Nov 13, 2024

Sanjit Biswas, CEO and Co-founder of Samsara, brings over 20 years of entrepreneurial expertise to the table. He discusses Samsara's impressive $1.26 billion ARR and its 36% growth trajectory. The conversation dives into how their innovative AI technology is transforming industries like fleet management and waste services. Sanjit highlights the value of customer feedback in product development and shares insights on maintaining team energy and dynamics over the years. Tune in for a fascinating look at the intersection of technology and operational intelligence.

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INSIGHT

Digitization of Physical Operations

The digitization of physical operations is ongoing, but slower than IT.
Companies are transforming, but legacy systems and new technologies coexist.

ANECDOTE

Samsara's Origin

Sanjit Biswas and John Bicket, after selling Meraki, felt compelled to build again.
Fascinated by physical operations, they tinkered with sensor systems and explored new technologies.

ADVICE

Gaining Domain Expertise

To gain domain experience, immerse yourself in the customer's world.
Spend time with them, observe their processes, and listen to their problems.

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SaaStr 774: The Vertical SaaS Rocketship: Samsara's CEO and Co-Founder Sanjit Biswas and SaaStr CEO and Founder Jason Lemkin on Samsara's Journey to $1.26 Billion in ARR!

SaaStr CEO and Founder Jason Lemkin has an exclusive conversation with Sanjit Biswas, founder and CEO of Samsara and a two-time entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience.

Sanjit shares insights on the growth of Samsara, a leading vertical SaaS company that's disrupting the industry by growing 36% and reaching $1.26 billion in ARR. We dive into how Samsara is transforming operations across various fields including fleets, trucks, and more, by leveraging innovative AI technologies.

Sanjit discusses the company's early days, the impact of their first startup, Meraki, and what led them to create Samsara. We also explore the importance of maintaining strong team dynamics, the role of customer feedback in product development, and how Samsara is enabling real-world AI applications. Tune in to learn about the fascinating journey and the future of Samsara directly from its visionary founder.

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