logo

Ektosa

Blogs from Manuscript AI on Modern Tech Stack

Blog Feature Image

saas lock in

modern tech stack

July 24, 2025

The 80/20 Rule of SaaS: Why Most Startups Use Only 20% of Their Paid Tools

Most startups use only 20% of their SaaS features but pay full price. This guide helps cut waste, boost ROI, and extend runway through smarter SaaS use.

Blog Feature Image

saas lock in

modern tech stack

July 29, 2025

SaaS Isn’t Scaling With You: How to Build a Future-Proof Business Software Stack

SaaS tools failing as your startup grows? Here’s how to design a flexible, scalable software stack using open source solutions.

Blog Feature Image

saas alternatives

modern tech stack

July 07, 2025

I Built Ektosa Because I Was Tired of Paying $2,000 a Month for 7 Browser Tab

Discover how my frustration with excessive SaaS costs for essential business tools led me to build EKTOSA, a platform dedicated to helping companies embrace powerful, cost-effective open-source alternatives.

Blog Feature Image

open source stack

modern tech stack

July 25, 2025

Open Source Alternatives to HubSpot, Airtable, and Notion: A Deployment Guide

Ready to ditch HubSpot, Airtable, and Notion's costs? Explore powerful open-source alternatives and learn how to deploy them with our comprehensive guide.

Blog Feature Image

saas to open source

modern tech stack

June 30, 2025

Why Early-Stage Startups Overspend on SaaS: Hidden Costs Explained

Startups overspend on SaaS by 30% on average. Learn to cut costs, spot waste, and future-proof your stack with smart audits and OSS tools.

Blog Feature Image

saas lock in

modern tech stack

July 20, 2025

Subscription Overload Is Killing Startup Margins. Can Open Source Save Them?

Startups are drowning in SaaS subscriptions eating into margins. Can open source tools offer a leaner, scalable alternative? Explore the shift.

Blog Feature Image

saas lock in

modern tech stack

July 02, 2025

SaaS Isn’t Broken—It’s Just Not Built for Startups Anymore

SaaS isn’t keeping pace with startup needs. Discover why and how open source ecosystems are emerging as the smarter choice.

Blog Feature Image

saas lock in

modern tech stack

July 13, 2025

A Beginner’s Guide to Switching from Paid Apps to Open‑Source

New to open source? This beginner's guide helps you switch from paid apps to open-source alternatives, saving costs, enhancing security, and boosting control.