Builders and operators of SaaS and web services
Software businesses, built block by block
VIP Blocks builds and operates its own SaaS and web service businesses. Each one is built around a single problem, runs on a shared foundation, and is managed for the long term.
Business units
$ units status
| Unit | Category | Stage |
|---|---|---|
| Name not shown | SaaS | Operating |
| Name not shown | Web service | Operating |
| Name not shown | SaaS | Building |
| Name not shown | Web service | Building |
| Name not shown | Undisclosed | Research |
# Building what comes next.
Model
One parent company. Many focused businesses.
We build, staff, and run our own software products as separate business units. The parent company provides infrastructure, shared services, and operating experience. Each unit provides focus.
01
Find a narrow problem
We look for specific, durable problems where a focused product can do the job better than a general one, and where customers will pay for that difference.
02
Build a dedicated business unit
Each product gets its own team focus and an accountable owner. It launches on infrastructure and operations we have already proven elsewhere.
03
Operate for the long term
We run what we launch. Reliability, support, and unit economics are tracked from the first customer, and each unit is expected to sustain itself on its own revenue.
Foundation
The blocks every unit shares
The parts of a software business that should not be rebuilt each time are built once and run centrally. New units inherit them on launch.
Platform and infrastructure
Hosting, data, deployment, and monitoring on a shared, edge-first platform. New units start on day one with what the others already run on.
Security and compliance
Access control, data protection, and vendor review handled centrally, so every unit meets the same standard regardless of its size.
Operations and billing
Support, payments, accounting, and reporting run as shared services. Unit teams spend their time on the product and the customer.
Principles
How we run our business units
01
Quiet by default
We let our products do the talking. Details about our business units are shared with partners directly, not published here.
02
Focused scope
Each unit does one job for one kind of customer. Narrow scope keeps products simple, pricing clear, and support honest.
03
Built to last
We build for durability. Customer trust and reliable service come before growth targets.
04
Clear ownership
Every unit has a named owner who is responsible for the product, the customers, and the numbers.
Partners
Who we work with
We are selective about the partnerships we take on. If the fit is right, we move quickly. If it is not, we say so early.
Operators and domain experts
You know a market well and see a problem software should solve. We are always interested in real problems and in working with the people who understand them.
Partners and service providers
Companies that want to integrate with, resell, or support one of our products. Tell us what you do and we will route you to the right team.