Transforming Time to Market and Business Growth:
The promise of software delivered seamlessly over the internet once seemed like a distant dream. Yet today, companies large and small rely on cloud-based apps for everything from collaboration, to project management to finance, and more. This transition, driven by the demand for more flexible, scalable, and cost-effective software delivery methods, poses unique challenges and opportunities for software vendors aiming to automate their operations while maintaining exceptional service standards.
The movement towards SaaS delivery models reflects a growing preference among companies for modern B2B software solutions delivered over the internet, as opposed to traditional on-premises installations. Despite the apparent benefits, such as reduced customer management complexities and enhanced scalability, the transition necessitates substantial investments in cloud computing resources and sophisticated customer and cloud environment management tools. This is particularly pressing for small and medium businesses (SMBs), where resource limitations amplify these challenges.
Recent insights from IDC’s 2023 SaaS Path Survey highlight the administrative and operational hurdles faced by B2B software companies adopting SaaS models using legacy systems and processes. The research emphasizes the importance of adopting efficient, cost-effective platforms for delivering next-generation SaaS offerings, with a focus on minimizing the marginal cost of onboarding and managing new clients.
In response to these industry dynamics, Corent, an AWS Advanced Technology Partner, worked with IDC to commission research about ways in which they can help independent software vendors (ISVs) modernize operations. The research revealed that 84% of buyers are willing to invest in advanced SaaS applications and highlighted the extensive time and resources required for ISVs to develop their automated SaaS delivery and operations platforms.
Addressing these findings, the introduction of automated platforms capable of transforming existing software applications into efficient SaaS offerings emerges as a pivotal solution for ISVs. These platforms enable a swift transition to a more cost-effective SaaS business model, aligning with the operational expense frameworks that define the SaaS landscape and accelerating market entry.
Key to a successful SaaS platform are foundational concepts including tenancy, operational, and commercial management. These elements ensure the delivery of SaaS applications in a manner that maximizes efficiency, enhances customer experience, and supports dynamic pricing and subscription models tailored to diverse user needs.
The proliferation of SaaS applications has also underscored the importance of digital marketplaces as essential channels for software distribution and acquisition. By leveraging platforms like AWS Marketplace, SaaS providers can significantly broaden their reach, streamline adoption, and drive revenue growth.
Furthermore, hosting SaaS applications on AWS Cloud has been shown to markedly reduce security incidents and unplanned downtime, while offering access to innovative tools that support business expansion.
Collaboration with Corent Tech offers a pathway for software vendors to navigate the complexities of SaaS 2.0 development, leveraging Corent’s expertise and AWS Cloud’s robust infrastructure to deliver modern, secure, and resilient SaaS solutions. For ISVs looking to elevate their software offerings and capitalize on the benefits of cloud computing, Corent provides comprehensive support, from free assessments to full-scale platform upgrades.
For more details on how Corent Tech’s SaaS Automation Platform—SaaSOps—facilitates this transition, visit AWS Marketplace.
