SaaS and Cloud Computing Basic Difference

Often we see not-so tech inclined minds refer SaaS and Cloud Computing as same. If ever they’re asked what the difference between SaaS and Cloud Computing is, chances are that they won’t be able to answer, and most probably, they might realize if any difference is there.

Yes, SaaS and Cloud Computing are different in their implementation and platforms, and knowing about this difference is the most important in a situation when you’re going to choose between SaaS software development or Cloud Computing IT infrastructure. It’s commonly known that SaaS and Cloud Computing enables substantial reduction in cost, minimize IT staffing, and enhance profitability and portability of software system. However, degree of each benefit differs in SaaS environment and Cloud Computing system, which needs further elaboration, and fundamental understanding.

SaaS
Software as a Service, as term implies that software as service available on Internet. SaaS providers host software on Internet to enable its users to access software from any remote corner of the world. In SaaS software development environment, providers develops software, handle with in-house IT infrastructure, provide large memory to store users’ data and information comfortably, and also enable software customization for better focused services. Whereas, users only have to pay for the use of software on hourly or monthly or annual basis, and rest, user don’t need IT infrastructure, don’t have to worry about space, don’t have to upgrade system only have to ask for it, and stay free mind.

As any other technology has drawbacks, SaaS also have few drawbacks that need serious consideration. Firstly, a SaaS software development company host data and information of the client, and maintain centralized server, this equation has intrinsic complications, such as security issues, cyber attack, absolute reliance on provider, and mishandling. Secondly, SaaS environment is totally dependent on Internet for connectivity and accessibility, without which, user cannot do work, this is also a drawback that not only make software unreachable but also could affect business and organizational work gravely. Lastly, SaaS environment is new technology, and this works against it larger acceptance.

Cloud Computing
Cloud computing also provides Internet connectivity, and real-time work environment just like SaaS software development, but the only difference is physical infrastructure is located at client’s end. Cloud computing also is capable to reduce IT cost, but not up to the level of SaaS, however, Cloud computing is believed to be more reliable, efficient, productive and easy-to handle, because, it is relatively similar to conventional IT structure.

As much similar to SaaS software development, Cloud computing also has few drawbacks. Data and information on Cloud computing system is stored on Internet, and again, this also poses threat to data theft and mishandling. Nevertheless, Cloud computing system is more secure than SaaS, but still for this security client has to pay extra bucks.

Comparatively, both the technologies have their pros and cons. As we know, no technology can be categorized as perfect. Hence, it is important that we should understand everything about the technology before we embrace and implement. So, understand your requirements in-depth, and choose wisely.

Shriv ComMedia Solutions is a professional SaaS, Cloud Computing system and software development company also excelling in various other fields of IT such as mobile application development, multimedia development, embedded solutions, software development and testing services.