Cloud-based software provides key benefits for businesses over traditional software. It allows access from anywhere via the internet on any device, so employees can be productive on the go. There are also lower costs through a pay-as-you-go subscription model without large upfront fees. The software is managed by the provider, so there is no need to handle upgrades, maintenance, or security. Businesses can quickly see benefits and start using new cloud software within hours rather than weeks.

1. The Benefits of
Cloud-Based Software

2. “Software owned, delivered and managed remotely by one or
more providers. The provider delivers software based on one
set of common code and data definitions that is consumed in a
one-to-many model by all contracted customers at any time on
a pay-for-use basis or as a subscription based on use metrics.”
According to Gartner,
Software as a Service is:

3. Cloud software is offered to customers via the Internet on a pay-
as-you-go basis. It’s extremely popular today, with most peo-
ple using it daily without even realizing it. And this simple model
leads to countless benefits for businesses and consumers alike.
But in simpler terms...

4. Anywhere, Anytime

5. • Software is hosted in a cloud environment
• Accessible to users via the Internet, on any Internet-enabled
device
• For employees who are regularly on the go
• Affect the outcome of sales
• Access real-time data, order history, order capabilities on the
go, or right there with the customer
Anywhere, Anytime

6. Time to Benefit

7. • See the benefits of cloud software quick
• Already installed and configured for you
• Use the new solution in a matter of minutes or hours, not
weeks
• Less time wasted on installation
• Fewer potential issues in regards to deployment
Time to Benefit

8. Lower Costs

9. • Pay-As-You-Go model leads to predictable costs and more
accurate budgeting
• Pay for what you need and use, spending only on
subscription
• Provider owns and manages environment
• Eliminate costs of upgrades, management, maintenance,
licensing - costs are quite low compared to traditional
software
Lower Costs

10. Scalability

11. • Enjoy the services you need, easily
• No need to invest in additional server capacity, licenses or
hardware when scaling up
• Simply adjust subscription with provider and continue
working as usual
Scalability

12. Upgrades

13. • With traditional software, organizations were forced to
purchase a new package and reinstall it, or jump through hoops
to receive upgrades
• With cloud software, once the provider upgrades, it’s
immediately available to subscribers
• Seamless, automatic operation that is simply part of ongoing
subscription
Upgrades

14. Security

15. • Providers most likely have higher levels of security than
organizations can provide for themselves
• Redundancy in geographically diverse, secure data centers
• Automatic data backups
• Disaster recovery due to data center hosting
• Cloud software is the provider’s business and core
competency, so they know it best
Security

16. Proof of Concept

17. • With traditional software, you can’t always test the service
before purchasing it, which often results in money wasted
• Cloud software allows users to test drive in advance
• Many providers offer free trials, leading to a painless discovery
phase to decide if the software is right or not
• Providers have to prove their worth and benefits of the service
Proof of Concept

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