PaaS Hosting Providers

• WHO

Who uses Platform as a Service?

Though anyone can, PaaS has been especially helpful for independent contractors or companies that are just starting out to create and launch their own web-based applications, but without all the overhead and issues that can come from purchasing servers and setting them up. For this reason, PaaS can also be perfect for companies that wish to do this on a one-off basis and might wish to forego the investment that comes with buying all the hard- and software necessary for creating applications several times over.

• WHAT

What are the different types of Platform as a Service?

There are several different PaaS packages to choose from, which means you can make a selection that will be perfect for your company’s needs. One popular variety expected to take off in 2014 is the mobile PaaS that will focus specifically on mobile applications. You can pick the standalone type, which lacks any dependency on specific Software as a Service options. Other options rely more on certain Software as a Service applications, meaning your company may need to purchase a subscription.

As time goes on and the Platform as a Service sector continues to grow, expect more versions to arise.

• WHERE

Where can I find a Platform as a Service provider?

This will depend in large part on the kind of platform you need. However, as the service is provided through the cloud, it won’t matter a whole lot where the provider is located geographically.

There are currently some very big name providers who have Platform as a Service as one of their offerings. Both Google and Amazon, for example, have PaaS options you can choose from. With so many other options to choose from, though, you should take advantage of the free help QuoteColo can provide. We’ll be happy to sit down and hear what your company’s needs are before making our recommendation.

• WHEN

When should a company begin considering Platform as a Service options?

Any company that needs to create its own applications over the Internet should consider taking advantage of PaaS. It will provide all the functionality you need to do so, without all of the overhead and other complications that can come with it.

Because of the inherent affordability, Platform as a Service can be especially helpful to startup companies or small to medium ones that would simply benefit from saving some money.

• WHY

Why should your company use Platform as a Service?

Because there’s simply no better way to create the online application you need without paying for things you don’t. Furthermore, with companies like Google and Amazon already offering their own versions of PaaS, you can bet this option will not only exist for sometime but also continue to evolve. The sooner you become comfortable with PaaS, the better off your company will be down the line.

As it works over the cloud, PaaS is also a great way to keep everyone on the same page. The greater amounts of tools available further increases the amount of employee mobility that you can expect from your next online application.