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AI vs. Renewal vs. Churn: Who Wins in 2026?

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Overview

Challenges

SaaS companies are facing mounting pressure as net revenue retention declines, budgets tighten, and traditional seat-based growth models lose predictability. At the same time, many organizations struggle with messy data, limited resources, and internal resistance to adopting AI-driven workflows that demand new skills and new ways of working.

Summary

The podcast dives into the evolving landscape of AI in revenue management, particularly highlighting the pressures faced by SaaS companies. It underscores the challenges of churn and the necessity for businesses to adapt and optimize their operations using advanced AI capabilities. The discussion emphasizes leveraging data for predictive modeling, improving customer retention, and maximizing upsell opportunities to navigate a competitive market.

Key takeaways

Churn Management Focus:

The significant decline in net revenue retention emphasizes the need to prioritize churn reduction strategies and retain existing customers.

AI-Driven Revenue Models:

Companies are increasingly leveraging AI to enhance forecast accuracy, identify churn risks, and inform their revenue strategies effectively.

Data Quality Challenges:

The podcast discusses the critical importance of data quality and availability in successfully implementing AI initiatives within organizations.

Predictive Interventions:

Utilizing predictive models helps businesses understand both customer churn probabilities and optimal timings for proactive engagement.

Expansion Prioritization:

With increasing focus on upselling, organizations are encouraged to use data analytics for targeted strategies that drive customer expansion and growth.

Publication date:
February 20, 2026

Podcast speakers

Thomas Lah

Executive Director and EVP, TSIA

Brent Grimes

Founder and CEO, Reef.ai

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