Documentation for Founders

DeFi business strategy, yield optimization, and technical decision-making guidance for founders and investment managers

Documentation for Founders

Building DeFi products or managing investment strategies? Start here for business-focused guidance that speaks your language.

Your challenge: You need to make informed decisions about DeFi technology that impacts your business, but most documentation is written for developers, not decision makers.

Our approach: We’ll show you what Saros can do for your specific business outcomes - increased yields, competitive advantages, user acquisition, and technical differentiation - with real numbers and strategic context.

Whether you’re evaluating DeFi integration options, seeking yield optimization for your treasury, or making build-vs-buy decisions, this documentation provides the business context you need.

Quick start for founders

1. Understand what Saros does for your business

Why Saros exists: The competitive advantages of unified liquidity vs traditional AMMs

2. See what you can build

Hands-on tutorial: Build a professional yield optimization dashboard in 1 hour

3. Evaluate vs alternatives

Decision framework: When to choose Saros vs Raydium, Meteora, Jupiter

Popular founder use cases

Investment Management & Yield Optimization

Build sophisticated tools for managing DeFi portfolios and maximizing returns:

Yield Dashboard Tutorial

60 minutes: Professional dashboard with automated rebalancing alerts and stakeholder reporting

Portfolio Analytics

45 minutes: Risk-adjusted return analysis and performance benchmarking

Production Monitoring

Production guide: Set up automated rebalancing and yield optimization

Advanced Features

Enterprise: Multi-signature, compliance, and advanced risk management

DeFi Product Development

Launch competitive DeFi applications with advanced features:

DEX Interface Tutorial

45 minutes: Build a professional trading interface from zero to deployment

Integration Guide

Business model: Offer DeFi services to your customers

Cross-Protocol Integration

Competitive advantage: Access liquidity across the entire Solana ecosystem

MEV Protection

User protection: Implement institutional-grade trade execution

Business intelligence and decision making

Protocol Selection Framework

Key Questions for Technical Decision Making:

Your Business Priority	Recommended Path	Why
Time to market (< 30 days)	Complete Beginner Tutorial → Deploy	Fastest path to functional DEX interface
Competitive differentiation	Advanced Features → Understanding	Leverage concentrated liquidity and unified SDK
Investment management	Founder Tutorials → Production Guides	Professional-grade portfolio tools
Enterprise/institutional	Understanding Architecture → Institutional Features	Compliance and risk management focus

ROI and Business Impact Assessment

Expected outcomes from Saros integration:

Investment Management Applications

Yield Improvement: 15-30% portfolio yield improvements through systematic monitoring Time Savings: 20+ hours/week saved on manual portfolio management Professional Credibility: Institutional-grade reporting and analytics Risk Management: Quantified risk assessment and portfolio optimization

Implementation Cost: 8-16 hours developer time Payback Period: 2-4 months for most investment strategies

DeFi Product Applications

User Experience: 20-40% faster swap execution vs competitors Feature Differentiation: Access to concentrated liquidity features Capital Efficiency: 10x better capital efficiency for liquidity providers Market Position: Latest DeFi innovations for competitive advantage

Implementation Cost: 40-80 hours full product development Market Advantage: 6-12 months ahead of competitors using traditional AMMs

Enterprise DeFi Integration

Operational Efficiency: Automated treasury management and yield optimization Risk Management: Sophisticated hedging and portfolio controls
Compliance: Audit trails and regulatory reporting capabilities Scale: Manage unlimited positions across protocols

Implementation Cost: 200+ hours for full enterprise integration Strategic Value: Foundation for institutional DeFi operations

Strategic insights and competitive analysis

Why Saros vs Traditional DeFi Protocols

The Traditional DeFi Problem:

• Fragmented liquidity across isolated pools reduces capital efficiency
• Manual monitoring required for yield optimization at scale
• Complex integrations requiring multiple SDKs and protocols
• MEV extraction by sophisticated actors reduces user returns

The Saros Advantage:

• Unified liquidity layer connecting pools for better capital efficiency
• Automated optimization through integrated arbitrage and rebalancing
• Single SDK access to both traditional AMM and concentrated liquidity
• MEV protection built into protocol architecture

Market Positioning Analysis

Strategic Implications:

• Saros positions in “Enterprise Premium”: Advanced features with sophisticated integration
• Best for differentiation: When competitive advantage matters more than development speed
• Institutional-ready: Architecture designed for professional and enterprise use cases

Getting technical talent and resources

Finding Saros-Compatible Developers

Developer Profile for Saros Integration:

• TypeScript/React experience: Most Saros integrations use TypeScript SDK
• Solana ecosystem familiarity: Understanding of Solana wallet integration and transactions
• DeFi protocol experience: Helpful but not required - our tutorials assume DeFi newcomers
• Modern web development: Next.js, React hooks, state management

Hiring Resources:

• Saros Developer Station: Connect with developers experienced in Saros
• SuperTeam Directory: Vetted Solana developers available for hire
• Solana Jobs: Post positions for Solana/DeFi developers

Outsourcing vs In-House Development

When to outsource Saros integration

Ideal for outsourcing:

• Standard DEX interface development
• Portfolio dashboard implementation
• Migration from existing protocols
• Initial MVP development

Recommended partners: Developers with Saros tutorial completion and portfolio examples Timeline: 2-8 weeks depending on complexity Cost: $15K-$75K for complete integration

When to develop in-house

Build in-house when:

• DeFi integration is core to your business strategy
• You need ongoing customization and optimization
• You’re building proprietary trading strategies
• Long-term maintenance and evolution required

Team requirements: 1-2 full-stack developers, 1 DevOps engineer Timeline: 1-3 months for full team productivity Investment: $200K-$500K annual team cost

Comprehensive Business Support Services

What makes Saros different from technical-only protocols? We provide comprehensive business development that goes far beyond on-chain integration—from TGE support to investor introductions to marketing assistance.

Core Business Support Areas

TGE & Token Launch Support

Complete token generation event assistance

• Tokenomics design and economic modeling
• Fundraising support and investor introductions
• Go-to-market strategy and launch coordination
• Post-launch optimization and growth support

Investor Network Access

Direct access to tier-1 crypto investors

• Solana Ventures and Hashed portfolio company benefits
• Strategic investor introductions and relationship development
• Fundraising strategy and term optimization support
• Due diligence coordination and closing assistance

Marketing & PR Support

Professional marketing and ecosystem visibility

• Brand development and strategic positioning
• Tier-1 crypto media relations and thought leadership
• Community building and engagement strategies
• Conference participation and speaking opportunities

Strategic Partnerships

Ecosystem integration and partnership development

• Cross-protocol collaboration opportunities
• Business development and revenue partnerships
• Ecosystem positioning and competitive advantage
• Long-term strategic relationship development

Business Support Success Stories

Series A Success - $12M in 45 Days

Project: DeFi infrastructure protocol seeking Series A funding

Saros Support Provided:

• Strategic positioning against competitive landscape
• Direct introductions to 8 tier-1 investors through our network
• Technical due diligence preparation and coordination
• Term negotiation guidance and optimization

Results:

• $12M Series A closed in 45 days from first introduction
• Led by Solana Ventures with 4 network investors participating
• 25% valuation premium vs initial target
• Strategic partnerships with 3 portfolio companies initiated

TGE Launch - 300% Community Growth

Project: Gaming protocol with strong product but limited tokenomics experience

Saros Support Provided:

• Complete tokenomics design and economic modeling
• Comprehensive go-to-market strategy development
• Marketing support and ecosystem visibility
• Community building and engagement programs

Results:

• Successful token launch with stable price performance
• 300% community growth during pre-launch phase
• Integration with 5 major gaming platforms post-launch
• Recognition as “Gaming Project of the Year”

Business Development Pathways

Pre-Seed to Seed

Early-stage comprehensive support

Primary Needs: TGE guidance, investor access, go-to-market support Saros Advantage: Complete business development from concept to launch Success Rate: 85% successful funding within 6 months

Recommended Path: TGE Support Services →

Series A to B

Growth-stage strategic partnership

Primary Needs: Strategic positioning, partnership development, scaling support Saros Advantage: Ecosystem integration and competitive positioning Success Rate: 90% achieve strategic partnerships and ecosystem integration

Recommended Path: Strategic Partnership Program →

Series B+

Enterprise ecosystem leadership

Primary Needs: Industry positioning, institutional adoption, ecosystem leadership Saros Advantage: Deep ecosystem integration and thought leadership platform Success Rate: 95% achieve recognized ecosystem leadership positions

Recommended Path: Partnership Program - Enterprise Tier →

Strategic Decision Framework

When to Choose Saros vs Alternatives

Use our comprehensive Differentiation Framework to evaluate when Saros provides optimal value for your specific situation.

Quick Decision Indicators:

Choose Saros When...

You need comprehensive ecosystem support

• Pre-Series A requiring investor access and business development
• Building comprehensive DeFi platform vs single-purpose tool
• Need strategic positioning and competitive differentiation
• Want long-term partnership vs transactional relationship
• Team has strong technical skills but limited business development experience

Consider Alternatives When...

You have specific constraints or preferences

• Post-Series B with established business development capabilities
• Highly specialized use case requiring specific optimizations
• Strong preference for technical independence and community-driven development
• Resource constraints limiting strategic partnership engagement
• Existing exclusive partnerships conflicting with ecosystem participation

Detailed Competitive Analysis

For comprehensive protocol comparison including technical features, business support, and strategic positioning:

• Saros vs Meteora Detailed Comparison →: Direct comparison addressing common questions
• Complete Differentiation Framework →: Strategic decision methodology
• Project Integration Guide →: Step-by-step integration process

Business Development and Partnerships

Getting Started with Business Support

Ready to access comprehensive business development support? Choose your engagement level:

Apply for TGE Support

Complete token launch assistance

Tokenomics, fundraising, go-to-market strategy

Join Partnership Program

Strategic ecosystem integration

Business development and partnership opportunities

Access Investor Network

Funding and investment support

Direct access to Solana Ventures and ecosystem VCs

Regulatory and Compliance Considerations

Current Regulatory Status:

• Saros protocols operate as decentralized, non-custodial infrastructure
• Users maintain full control of private keys and assets
• No KYC or geographic restrictions at protocol level

Enterprise Compliance Features:

• Transaction audit trails for regulatory reporting
• Multi-signature controls for institutional governance
• Integration with compliance monitoring tools
• Customizable risk management parameters

Legal Consultation Recommended: For regulated entities or jurisdictions with specific DeFi restrictions.

Next steps for your business

Phase 1: Education and Evaluation (Week 1)

1. Complete the Understanding section: Learn Saros architecture and competitive positioning
2. Try a founder tutorial: Hands-on experience with business applications
3. Evaluate alternatives: Make informed protocol selection

Phase 2: MVP Development (Weeks 2-4)

1. Build first integration: Create working proof-of-concept
2. Add business features: Professional dashboard and analytics
3. Test with real data: Validate business assumptions

Phase 3: Production and Scale (Months 2-3)

1. Deploy to production: Launch with monitoring and security
2. Optimize performance: Advanced features and automation
3. Scale operations: Enterprise-grade infrastructure

Success stories and case studies

Investment Management Firm - 35% Yield Improvement

Challenge: Manual tracking of DeFi yields across 15+ protocols consuming 25 hours/week Solution: Implemented Saros yield dashboard with automated rebalancing alerts Result: 35% portfolio yield improvement, 90% reduction in manual monitoring time ROI: $180K additional annual returns vs$25K implementation cost

Fintech Startup - Competitive DeFi Product Launch

Challenge: Needed to launch competitive DEX interface in 6 weeks Solution: Used Saros unified SDK for rapid development with advanced features Result: Launched with concentrated liquidity features competitors lacked Advantage: 6-month head start with advanced DeFi capabilities

Crypto Fund - Institutional Treasury Management

Challenge: Required professional-grade tools for $50M+ DeFi allocation **Solution**: Built custom institutional interface using Saros enterprise features **Result**: Institutional-grade DeFi operations with full audit trails and risk controls **Impact**: Enabled$50M+ DeFi allocation with regulatory confidence

Community and support resources

Business-Focused Support:

• Founder Office Hours: Monthly Q&A sessions for business strategy
• Enterprise Support: Dedicated support for institutional use cases
• Partnership Inquiries: Business development and integration partnerships

Technical Resources:

• Developer Documentation: Complete technical integration guides
• Saros Developer Station: Community support for technical questions
• GitHub Repository: Open source code and examples

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