Reference
SaaS
Abbreviation for “Software as a Service.”
Reference
System Integration
“System integration” refers to a form of
service that integrates various tasks
such as information system design, development, testing, and operations and
maintenance. With this service, even a
company with no experience in system
development can develop an optimal
system that integrates products from
multiple vendors.
(3)SaaS
“SaaS” is a service that provides necessary software functions via the Internet. Only the necessary functions are used and fees are paid accordingly.
The service is similar to the service provided by ASPs, but SaaS uses a
“multi-tenant scheme” where multiple companies share a single server.
(4)Outsourcing
“Outsourcing” is where a third party specialist is hired to perform everything or almost everything related to development, operation, and maintenance of the information system.
Outsourcing
Development Operations Maintenance
Server
(5)Hosting service
A “hosting service” is a type of outsourcing in which a third party specialist handles operations related to servers and other equipment. The hosting
company provides the servers and other equipment which are managed at
advanced facilities by professional technicians, so a higher level of reliability can be expected. There are also cost benefits as the facilities and
technicians are shared among several user companies.
Outsource
facility operations
Equipment
Server
(6)Housing service
A “housing service” is a service in which the user provides the servers
and other equipment, while a third-party specialist is requested to provide
the space and connectivity, carry out operations. Compared to hosting
services, there is more freedom to configure settings such as server type,
OS, and security measures.
Outsource
operations
Operations
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