SaaS
A cloud-based software model that allows users to use software online without downloading it.
What is SaaS?
SaaS (Software as a Service) is a delivery model where software is made available via the internet as a service. Users do not need to install anything on their own device or server but access the application through a web browser. The software, data, and infrastructure are managed by the provider, who also handles updates, backups, and security. This significantly lowers the barrier to getting started with professional software. SaaS is the most widely used delivery model for business software and covers applications from CRM and project management to warehouse management and transport planning.
How does SaaS work?
With SaaS, the software runs centrally on the provider's servers and users access it via the internet. The provider manages the complete technical infrastructure, including servers, databases, updates, and security. Customers typically pay a monthly or annual subscription instead of a large one-time investment. Wabber additionally offers the option to run software on-premise or in a privately hosted cluster in the Netherlands, for organizations with specific privacy requirements. This hybrid model combines the ease of use of SaaS with the data control of on-premise hosting.
Example
A growing logistics company needs a WMS but does not want to invest in its own servers and IT staff. Through Wabber's SaaS model, the WMS is operational within days. New warehouse locations are easily added by activating additional user licenses. When the company enters a peak period, the system scales along without any hardware needing to be purchased. All updates are automatically applied by Wabber. After two years of growth, the company has connected three warehouse locations to the same system, without any downtime or migration project.
Why is SaaS important?
The SaaS model offers particular advantages for growing organizations. New users can be added in minutes, scaling up is straightforward, and employees can work anywhere internet is available. Monthly costs are predictable and include maintenance. For organizations that want full control, Wabber combines the convenience of SaaS with the option of private hosting in the Netherlands, ensuring data always remains within national borders. This makes SaaS particularly suitable for sectors with strict compliance requirements, such as healthcare and logistics.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between SaaS and on-premise software?
With SaaS, the software runs in the cloud and is managed by the provider, while on-premise software is installed on the customer's own servers. SaaS has lower entry costs and automatic updates, on-premise offers more control over data. Wabber offers both options, including a hybrid variant with private hosting in the Netherlands.
Is SaaS secure for business-critical data?
Yes, provided the provider implements adequate security measures. Wabber hosts all SaaS solutions on Dutch servers with encrypted connections and strict access control. Additionally, ISO 27001 certification is being pursued, which guarantees the highest standard for information security.
Which Wabber solutions are available as SaaS?
Wabber offers multiple solutions in a SaaS model, including WMS, TMS, CROS, and the ABBR-App. Clients can start immediately without large upfront investments in hardware or IT infrastructure. Monthly costs are predictable and include maintenance and updates.
What happens to my data if I cancel a SaaS subscription?
At Wabber, you always retain ownership of your data. Upon termination of a subscription, you receive a complete data export in a standard format, so you can take your data with you or archive it. We maintain a generous transition period during which you have time to organize the migration. Your data is permanently deleted from our servers after the agreed retention period.
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