Software as a Service

Pronunciation

/ˈsɔfˌtwɛr æz ə ˈsɜrvəs/

Acronym

SaaS

Definition

A software that is centrally hosted and requires a subscription.

Examples of this include cloud storage software such as Dropbox, conferencing software such as GoToMeeting, and some Master Data Management (MDM) software.

Related Terms

Cloud

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eCommerce Terms

Application Programming Interface

Index

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