As attractive as the new SaaS world may be, the problems and challenges do not necessarily diminish.
What makes the new approach appealing, however, is the clarity around a few key points:
- A specific problem is handled much better today by a specialized service than by a solution that tries to cover everything at once
- Integrations are easier thanks to the standardization and design of modern systems.
- By breaking services into smaller units, dependency on a single vendor is reduced, making it more realistic to substitute individual functions.
- Scaling and availability are easier to manage today than ever before.
- Endless update cycles that mainly generated costs without real added value are largely a thing of the past.
Companies must also deal with new licensing models and billing methods. Fixed license costs are increasingly being replaced by pay-per-use models, which can no longer be budgeted down to the last cent. Instead of negotiating a single large (license) agreement with one software vendor, organizations now often face multiple providers with very different licensing approaches.
Another challenge is the sheer variety of technologies and products available on the market today – a diversity that continues to grow by the day. This makes the decision for the right solution all the more difficult. With our expertise in evaluation, we can support you in navigating this complexity and ensure you avoid costly missteps
And while the effort required for infrastructure and maintenance tends to decrease, it should not be overlooked that the effort for orchestrating a mix of different services will increase. Here, a clear strategy and a consistent overall architecture with a well-thought-out concept are essential – and this is exactly where we can guide you.