Software as a Service (also known as SaaS) is a software delivery and purchasing model. You pay for the software with a monthly or annual licensing fee, and the provider “leases” the software to you. 

What Are SaaS “Leases”?

Consider the many ways businesses acquire software: 

• Purchasing a software installation CD 
• Downloading software directly from the internet 
• Installing software on office computers or servers 

In these three scenarios, the software lives on one of your machines and you have a perpetual license to use it—it’s available to you forever. 

Rather than living on-premise, SaaS solutions live on servers owned by your software provider. This means you do not have a perpetual license; you are leasing software access through your provider and accessing the solution via a web browser or application.  

If you’ve ever used one of the following applications, you’ve already experienced the power of SaaS software: 

• Evernote 
• Netflix 
• Google Workspace 
• HubSpot 
• MailChimp 
• Shopify 
• Slack 
• Zoom 
• Amazon Web Services 

Why Should My Business Consider SaaS?

SaaS solutions offer businesses like yours several benefits: 

• SaaS implementations are faster and cheaper than server installations 
• SaaS solutions can be used anytime, anywhere through a web browser or application  
• The software provider handles your solution’s IT needs and upgrades, saving you time and money 
• You can purchase the features you need now with the flexibility to add in in the future, so your software can seamlessly scale as your business grows 

SaaS Solutions for Business

SaaS solutions are becoming increasingly popular with businesses because they offer a more efficient, cost-effective alternative to on-premise solutions.  

With SaaS business solutions, you have 24/7 access to your company’s information. Your executives always have financial data at their fingertips, your sales team can enter leads on the road, and your employees can manage their benefits through a web portal.  

SaaS solutions cover many areas of business, including: 

SaaS Solutions for Accounting

Accounting solutions offer important financial features to manage your general ledger, payables, and receivables. 

• QuickBooks Online 
• Sage Intacct 
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations 
• Acumatica 
• NetSuite 

SaaS Solutions for Sales and Marketing

This software includes tools to help you attract and retain customers such as contact and lead management and sales analytics. 

• Salesforce CRM 
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM 
• Agile CRM 
• Base CRM 

SaaS Solutions for Operations and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP):

Operational software often includes accounting, inventory management, and human resources capabilities. 

• Microsoft Dynamics 365 
• Acumatica 
• Oracle NetSuite 
• Sage  

Where Should I Start When Considering SaaS?

The first step to adopting SaaS is finding the right software partner. At Cargas Systems, we specialize in accounting, sales and marketing (CRM), and operational (ERP) solutions. If you’re looking for a partner who can meet your unique needs and improve your productivity and profitability, we’re here to help. If you’re ready to take the next step, contact us to learn more about SaaS solutions and how they can boost your business.