Business idea · SaaS
Vertical Agents as a Service
Vertical Agents as a Service is a business that provides tailored AI agents for specific industries, such as dental offices or auto mechanics, to automate unique tasks and improve operational efficiency. It was pitched on My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri, in the episode "Brainstorming $10M+ business ideas with Jess Mah" (aired May 2, 2025).
At a glance
| Podcast | My First Million |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Sam Parr and Shaan Puri |
| Episode | Brainstorming $10M+ business ideas with Jess Mah |
| Aired | May 2, 2025 |
| Category | SaaS |
| Real companies on the episode | Holy Health, Shop Genie, Cred Boost, Holy Hell, VET TEC, Vertical Agent as a Service |
The problem it solves
Many businesses in niche industries struggle with generic solutions that do not meet their specific needs; this service fills that gap by offering customized automation tools.
How it makes money
Freemium model, where basic services are offered for free, and advanced features, templates, or integrations are available through subscription or one-time purchases.
Skills you need
Industry-specific knowledge, software development, AI expertise, and understanding of business processes in target sectors.
The market, and why this works now
Artificial intelligence advancements, such as OpenAI's GPT-4, enable the creation of specialized agents that cater to specific industries. A practical first-revenue move could involve partnering with the American Dental Association to promote the service through their publications and events. A key risk is the potential high customer acquisition cost due to the need for extensive customization and industry-specific marketing efforts, which may extend the payback window.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Holy Health
A platform that connects chiropractors with clients, aiming to simplify the process of finding qualified practitioners.
- Shop Genie
A vertical SaaS company that provides CRM solutions tailored specifically for auto repair shops.
- Cred Boost
A business concept aimed at improving and boosting individuals' credit scores.
- Holy Hell
A proposed business idea aimed at helping small medical providers access insurance reimbursement through collective negotiation.
- VET TEC
A program designed to help U.S. military veterans find new job opportunities through education and training.
- Vertical Agent as a Service
A proposed service providing tailored AI agents for specific industries to automate tasks and improve efficiency.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri
Episode: Brainstorming $10M+ business ideas with Jess Mah
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.