Security

Data Loss Prevention: The complete guide for IT and security leaders

Learn how to build a SaaS-ready data loss prevention policy for 2026, with practical DLP controls, automation tips, risks & compliance guidance.

BetterCloud

13 min read

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How to manage SaaS user access permissions

Too many IT teams struggle with effectively managing SaaS user access permission. Some simple best practices can help improve security and compliance.

BetterCloud

6 min read

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7 Common causes of shadow IT (and what IT leaders can do about them)

Explore the root causes of shadow IT explained, why shadow IT happens in companies, and how SaaS tools adoption without IT approval creates risk.

Stephanie Solis

6 min read

The fundamentals of Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

Role-based access control (RBAC) isn’t exactly a new methodology, but it helps IT admins secure their SaaS environments. Here’s a primer on the fundamentals.

BetterCloud

8 min read

Zero Trust for SaaS security: Taming security and governance challenges in the AI era

Learn how Zero Trust for SaaS security helps IT teams control identity, enforce least privilege, and secure AI-powered SaaS environments at scale.

BetterCloud

10 min read

A large hand with a flashlight leads a businessman holding a briefcase toward an arrow, highlighting shadow IT detection for security.

The ultimate guide to shadow IT detection

Learn the shadow IT meaning, why it’s risky, and how shadow IT detection and shadow IT solutions help prevent shadow IT and secure your SaaS stack.

BetterCloud

12 min read

The IT leader’s guide to managing shadow IT

Shadow IT is an ever-present concern for IT. Learn how to reduce shadow IT usage, as well as optimize the user experience for your employees.

BetterCloud

9 min read

A suited man pushes a large puzzle piece toward another, representing collaboration and integration in ITSM or SaaS management platforms.

What tools integrate SaaS management with ITSM platforms?

What tools integrate SaaS management with ITSM platforms? Learn the IT strategy roadmap for automated SaaS spend management and cross-app workflow automation.

Natalie Robb

10 min read

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State of SaaSOps 2024: Is securing data in SaaS still a top IT challenge today?

Is securing data in SaaS still a challenge? How can IT strengthen SaaS security? Get smart with important SaaS security insights and strategies from BetterCloud.

BetterCloud

7 min read