Software-As-A-Service: SaaS Examples And Definitions

Definition: SaaS enables users to use and access the cloud provider’s applications that are running on the provider’s infrastructure from thin client or program interfaces. 

Examples: Microsoft O365, Google G-Suite, Dropbox, Cisco Webex, Concur, , Genesys, PayPal

Common Use Cases: SaaS is a comfortable service model for applications that are highly interoperable – used by multiple users internally and externally – and for short-term projects. SaaS models are preferred by small and medium-sized businesses that do not wish to invest heavily in IT maintenance.