Episode #49 - Securing SaaS: Reco’s AI-Driven End-to-End SSPM Solution

In this episode of the Incubator Podcast, hosts Darren Boyd and Satbir Sran welcome Ofer Klein, the co-founder and CEO of Reco, to delve into the evolving landscape of SaaS Security Posture Management (SSPM). Ofer shares his diverse background—from flying helicopters in the Israeli Air Force to launching multiple startups—and explains how his experience, along with the expertise of his co-founders (who bring unique skills from their time in the Israeli FBI), laid the foundation for Reco’s innovative approach to SaaS security.

This podcast episode centers on the explosive growth of SaaS applications in the enterprise environment, a trend that accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic and continues with the rise of AI-driven tools. Ofer explains how organizations are now managing hundreds of SaaS apps, many of which are shadow applications that can expose significant risks. Reco’s platform tackles this challenge by creating an AI-driven graph that maps every interaction between people, applications, and data in real-time. This comprehensive view enables organizations to discover unknown apps, assess risk through detailed configuration and compliance checks, and execute detection and response strategies—all within one unified solution.

Real-world examples shared during the podcast highlight how the platform has helped companies streamline operations, reduce manual workload by up to 80%, and foster collaboration between security and business teams. Ofer emphasizes the importance of context-based decision-making, which allows organizations to prioritize risks, align with regulatory requirements, and ensure that operational changes do not hinder business productivity.

Looking ahead, Ofer discusses emerging trends in SaaS security, including the increasing complexity of generative AI and the critical need for consolidated, end-to-end security solutions. His advice for organizations is clear: in a landscape where SaaS usage and potential vulnerabilities are growing exponentially, the time to invest in comprehensive SaaS security is now. This conversation not only demystifies the challenges of managing SaaS environments but also offers actionable insights for enterprises striving to secure their digital ecosystems without compromising innovation.

We hope you enjoy the episode as much as we enjoyed hosting Ofer!