Google Docs just a website?
Isn’t Google Docs just a website? No, it is one of the best examples of SaaS – Software as a Service!
SaaS is a method of software delivery that allows you to access an app via the internet instead of downloading, maintaining, and managing software. It is usually a cloud solution, i.e. data stored on servers. The user accesses the service through a browser or an API. In this case, its support is fully handled by the service provider.
Pay attention to Google Docs: a free service for working with documents. No drivers, desktops or installation needed – just use Internet to share your files and to communicate with colleagues.
You get remote access to the program and can work with it in your browser from any place on Earth. At the same time, there are SaaS which you should install on your server.
Payment schemes for SaaS are quite diverse. Some SaaS offer the subscriber to lease the service, offering an access fee for a month or more. The “freemium” model is popular: a limited set of features is provided for free, advanced features are available after a subscription payment. However, SaaS usually provide several tariffs with a different set of functions.
How you could benefit from using SaaS
- Anytime support for your software. All customers receive regular updates.
- Saves your company money. The program does not need to be purchased and installed separately on each computer – it is a one-time purchase for all employees. The main thing is to have access to the Internet, as well as a login and a password.
Do you like SaaS? Have you used it before? Leave a comment below!