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ALSO CALLED: On-demand Applications, On-demand Software, On Demand Software, SaaS, On Demand Applications
DEFINITION: Software as a Service (SaaS) is a software distribution model in which applications are hosted by a vendor or service provider and made available to customers over a network, typically the Internet. SaaS is becoming an increasingly prevalent delivery model as underlying technologies that support Web services and service-oriented architecture (SOA) mature and new developmental approaches, such as Ajax,  … 
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Software as a Service Reports
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eGuide: Information Security - Buyer's Guide to Messaging Security
sponsored by Proofpoint, Inc.
EGUIDE: Protecting messaging services is an important part of any business messaging strategy. Vulnerabilities abound when you allow messaging traffic for delivery over the Internet. The scope of this guide will focus on email security although many of these concepts will also apply to other types of messaging.
Posted: 20 Nov 2009 | Published: 20 Nov 2009


eGuide: 7 Security Questions to Ask Your SaaS Provider
sponsored by Panda Security
EGUIDE: Outsourcing an application means your organization relinquishes some control. In this article Heather Clancy will offer seven questions that you should resolve with your provider before investing in SaaS.
Posted: 19 Nov 2009 | Published: 19 Nov 2009


Enabling Software and SaaS Vendors to Gain Competitive Advantage: Partnering with SAP for Business Intelligence and Analytics to Achieve Rapid ROI
sponsored by SAP America Inc
WHITE PAPER: On-premises software and SaaS vendors looking to provide BI and analytics functionality have a choice to develop their own components or to partner with an existing BI and analytics vendor. In this white paper, IDC presents evidence showing that a partnership with SAP can result in rapid ROI, improved productivity, innovation and more!
Posted: 16 Nov 2009 | Published: 16 Nov 2009


EVault SaaS - World-class online backup service offerings packaged to fit your business
sponsored by i365, A Seagate Company
DATA SHEET: EVault SaaS is our automated online backup and recovery offering that provides secure, reliable, efficient protection of your organization’s critical data, directly through the Internet. With EVault SaaS, you get a world-class data protection infrastructure that lets you safeguard your data without additional capital or IT expenses.
Posted: 16 Nov 2009 | Published: 16 Nov 2009


EVault Software: The most advanced solution for online data backup and recovery
sponsored by i365, A Seagate Company
DATA SHEET: EVault Software is a proven, reliable, disk-to-disk backup and recovery solution trusted by customers globally to protect mission-critical data and keep their businesses running. Advanced, patented technology ensures that you can securely protect a growing, heterogeneous and geographically dispersed network using one simple solution.
Posted: 13 Nov 2009 | Published: 13 Nov 2009


Pascack Bank Solves Tiered Recovery Requirements Using EVault SaaS enabled Product Suite
sponsored by i365, A Seagate Company
WHITE PAPER: This Case Study examines Pascack Community Bank’s use of i365’s EVault SaaS enabled Product Suite across its IT infrastructure. It provides an examination of their experience on the solution. End users can use this information to assess whether online backup services are applicable within their environment and what benefits can be expected
Posted: 13 Nov 2009 | Published: 13 Nov 2009


The Big Book of SAP Upgrades: Real World SAP Upgrade Tips from the World's Leading SAP System Integrators
sponsored by Panaya, Inc.
EBOOK: In August 2009, hundreds of SAP system integrators were asked to contribute their best upgrade tips for upgrading to SAP ERP 6.0. We took the best tips we received and compiled them in this eBook for you. Read this eBook to learn over 60 tips on upgrading to SAP ERP 6.0.
Posted: 10 Nov 2009 | Published: 10 Nov 2009


Fixing the SAP Upgrade Process: Nine Best Practices
sponsored by Panaya, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This paper takes a new look at the SAP upgrade process in light of emerging best practices and new technologies. This report offers a discussion of the value of both technical and functional upgrades as well as a discussion of some of the best practices to enhance the value of your SAP upgrades while lowering overall cost.
Posted: 10 Nov 2009 | Published: 10 Nov 2009


49 Do's, Don'ts, and Customer Lessons for SAP Upgrades: Going beyond the SAP Upgrade Clichés
sponsored by Panaya, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: In this article, the best advice on upgrading to SAP ERP 6.0 is compiled into a list of SAP upgrade do’s and don’ts for your reading enjoyment and practical use. Also included are some customer lessons from those who have upgraded to ERP 6.0 and have stories to tell.
Posted: 10 Nov 2009 | Published: 10 Nov 2009


A Guide To Cloud Computing
sponsored by GlassHouse Technologies (UK) Ltd.
WHITE PAPER: While there has been much hype around cloud computing, it is critical for executive staff of competitive enterprises to understand and begin planning for internal cloud services. IT executives must own and drive enterprise-wide cloud computing strategies.
Posted: 10 Nov 2009 | Published: 10 Nov 2009


Do-It-Yourself BI Done Right: The Secret Sauce is SaaS
sponsored by myDIALS Inc.
WEBCAST: This webcast, featuring Forrester Research, explains how Software as a Service business intelligence can deliver a more cost-effective way to get relevant information to those who need it faster than traditional business intelligence can.
Posted: 09 Nov 2009 | Premiered: 09 Nov 2009


Monitor Cloud Platforms, SaaS Applications, and Internal Business Applications from the Same Platform
sponsored by Nimsoft, Inc.
WEBCAST: This webcast will explain how you can gain visibility into the performance and availability of your critical business applications, no matter where they are running. By monitoring all computing resources, you will be able to make better decisions as your enterprise transitions to a combination of internal and external environments.
Posted: 05 Nov 2009 | Premiered: 05 Nov 2009


e-Kit: Web Application Security eKit
sponsored by IBM
RESOURCE CENTER: Check out this e-Kit for comprehensive information related to web application security strategies and web application security testing through SaaS. Included are several white papers, demos, and podcasts.
Posted: 03 Nov 2009 | Published: 03 Nov 2009


MarketScope for Records Management
sponsored by IBM
ANALYST REPORT: Organizations have long known that implementing their records management initiatives is challenging. People and processes are both important elements, but choosing the right records management solution can be the difference between success and failure. Read on to learn about selecting the right records management solution for your organization.
Posted: 02 Nov 2009 | Published: 02 Nov 2009


Cloud computing 101
sponsored by Platform Computing Corporation
PODCAST: Tune into this podcast for expert insight into the impact of cloud computing on your IT infrastructure. Hear from cloud computing expert, Jeff Kaplan, as he explains the basic pressures driving cloud computing. Learn about Amazon's influence on the cloud market and discover the 3 elements that attract enterprises to the cloud.
Posted: 29 Oct 2009 | Premiered: 29 Oct 2009


Dell and Microsoft solutions help ServiceU deliver reliable system performance and create a virtualized environment that reduces power consumption by 50 percent
sponsored by Dell and Microsoft
CASE STUDY: ServiceU Corporation was challenged to deploy reliable hardware to support its Microsoft® SQL Server® 2008 environment and virtualize other applications to enhance business flexibility. Read this case study to learn about the benefits that ServiceU achieved through by implementing Dell hardware and Microsoft Hyper-V technology.
Posted: 28 Oct 2009 | Published: 28 Oct 2009


eBook: HP IT Service Management - Optimizing Service Lifecycle Delivery and Cost
sponsored by HP
EBOOK: Many IT professionals are looking to IT Service Management (ITSM) to deliver quality IT services that meet the needs of the business under these tough conditions. Regardless of the size of your business, you can deliver superior service quality to your business with the HP approach to ITSM and the HP software and services that support it.
Posted: 28 Oct 2009 | Published: 28 Oct 2009


Software Development Innovations Fueled by Intel® Xeon® 5500 series
sponsored by Intel
WHITE PAPER: This article provides real-life cases of how the software industry is delivering breakthrough solutions as they tap into the Intel Xeon processor 5500’s full capabilities. Learn how smart software combined with smart hardware saves time, money, and energy.
Posted: 28 Oct 2009 | Published: 28 Oct 2009


Business Intelligence: A Guide for Midsize Companies—Improving Your Company’s Efficiency and Effectiveness, No Matter Its Size
sponsored by SAP AG
WHITE PAPER: While your company has continued to improve its operating efficiencies, you feel your company should be spending more time analyzing what's going on and predicting and planning for the future. This white paper from SAP offers guidance on how to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of your company with business intelligence.
Posted: 26 Oct 2009 | Published: 26 Oct 2009


Business Intelligence Solution for Web Infrastructure Open the Door to Better Decisions
sponsored by Sun Microsystems, Inc.
WEBCAST: Composed of Sun hardware systems and commercial open-source solutions Pentaho for BI and data integration, and Infobright, built on MySQL, for data warehousing, this solution comes in two customizable recommended configurations to fit your data requirements and budget -- and ease deployment.
Posted: 26 Oct 2009 | Premiered: 26 Oct 2009


Vulnerability Management Buyer’s Checklist: Key Questions to Ask Before You Select a VM Solution
sponsored by Qualys, Inc.
ASSESSMENT TOOL: Choosing a solution for Vulnerability Management (VM) is a critical step toward protecting your organization's network and data. Qualys provides this 12-point short list of considerations that will help you determine what will work best for your organization.
Posted: 21 Oct 2009 | Published: 21 Oct 2009


Metro Atlanta YMCA Better Aligns its Mission, Member Engagement, and Marketing Communications Activities Using Birst
sponsored by Birst
CASE STUDY: In an attempt to tailor and more effectively promote its programs, the Metro Atlanta YMCA turned to Birst for a new set of Business intelligence (BI) tools. Birst delivered with features that included automated dashboards and adhoc reporting at a fair price. Read on to learn the benefits YMCA experienced when they switched to Birst.
Posted: 19 Oct 2009 | Published: 19 Oct 2009


Fight the Spam Explosion with Software as a Service (SaaS)
sponsored by Webroot Software, Inc.
EGUIDE: Read this expert e-guide for information about the benefits of SaaS security, including cooling and high availability considerations as well as comparisons of appliance vs. services and SaaS vs. on-premise solutions.
Posted: 16 Oct 2009 | Published: 16 Oct 2009


OEM Program eBook
sponsored by SAP America Inc
EBOOK: Find out how to tap into a long-running program with over 750 OEM partners worldwide, and make SAP BusinessObjects market leading BI platform your own.
Posted: 13 Oct 2009 | Published: 13 Oct 2009


Storage Explained: Cloud Storage Defined
sponsored by 3PAR
TECHNICAL ARTICLE: Cloud storage is a rapidly growing technology. Read this paper for the latest definitions of cloud storage and cloud service and to more closely examine cloud storage benefits and offerings.
Posted: 12 Oct 2009 | Published: 12 Oct 2009

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SOFTWARE AS A SERVICE DEFINITION (continued): …  become popular. Meanwhile, broadband service has become increasingly available to support user access from more areas around the world. SaaS is closely related to the ASP (application service provider) and on demand computing software delivery models. IDC identifies two slightly different delivery models for SaaS. The hosted application management (hosted AM) model is similar to ASP: a provider hosts commercially available software for customers and delivers it over the Web. In the software on demand model, the provider gives customers network-based access to a single copy of an application created … 
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