The Importance of Cloud Computing For Small Businesses (SMBs)
posted by WEBSITES.COM // March 25, 2009 // What's Next?
Cloud computing refers to dynamic and scalable computing resources provided over the internet. Users with limited budgets and limited knowledge about technology infrastructure can get support for all their business needs. These virtual computing resources are delivered through data centers and online servers that provide constant service to anyone with access to the network. Some of the major cloud computing providers include Amazon, Yahoo, and Google. Given the usefulness of this sort of infrastructure, it is not hard to understand the importance of cloud computing for SMBs.
SaaS Benefits Small Businesses In A Down Economy
posted by ADMIN // March 20, 2009 // What's Next?
The current economic downturn is having a huge impact on IT departments everywhere. Financial crises often result in sharp increases in business activity, placing an even greater burden on IT resources, and forcing them to find new ways to boost productivity and slash expenses. At times like these, companies must consider leveraging applications delivered via a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model.
What Is Saas: SaaS Business Model Explained
posted by ADMIN // March 18, 2009 // What's Next?
Software as a Service (SaaS) is a method of using software applications hosted by a vendor and delivered to customers via a web browser on the Internet. Instead of installing the software locally, the program is used by hundreds of users distributed globally and is hosted in a central location by the vendor. The customer who is using this service pays the vendor or host of the software on a per-use basis.
Can I.T. And SaaS Live Without One Another?
posted by ADMIN // March 18, 2009 // What's Next?
SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) is a rapidly growing way of delivering business applications in companies. Today, there are over 120 vendors providing solutions across more than 40 business areas, everything from sales force automation to accounting, web development to dispatch management.
What Is Cloud Computing And What it Means For You
posted by ADMIN // March 18, 2009 // What's Next?
Microsoft recently announced that a ‘lightweight’ web version of Office, which will include programms such as Word and Excel, is currently in the works. It’s a significant move by the software giant. In 2007, Office generated around $19 billion for the company, almost a third of its total revenue. But it’s just the latest example of a paradigm shift towards cloud computing.