Definition
SaaS is a software distribution model where a third-party provider hosts applications and makes them available to customers over the Internet. Users typically pay a subscription fee, often based on per-user pricing.
Why it matters (in Poovi’s context)
The traditional model that the speaker is moving away from due to its high and often unpredictable costs, particularly per-user pricing which scales with team size.
Key properties or components
- Subscription-based
- Cloud-hosted
- Vendor-managed
- Scalability
- Accessibility
Contradictions or debates
None.