Catalyst Resources Webinar: Thinking About Moving to SaaS? Think user Experience, AJAX and RIAs
San Mateo, CA, March 19, 2008 --(PR.com)-- Paul Giurata, managing partner at Catalyst Resources, will present a Webinar sponsored by Cogentes, outlining the 9 key elements of a successful Software as a Service (SaaS) strategy, Tuesday, April 8th, 2008 at 2:00 - 3:00PM EDT. "Thinking about moving to SaaS? Think user experience, AJAX and RIAs" will help companies develop their own SaaS strategy that addresses the financial models, customization, support, and use of RIA technologies such as AJAX, Flex, AIR, and Silverlight.
Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) continues to be one of the IT industry's hottest buzzwords. More and more companies are looking to buy or deliver SaaS versions of business solutions that were traditionally delivered as installed products or client-server. Designing an application as a SaaS however, presents some unique challenges.
The technological challenges of moving an application to a SaaS model (e.g. multi-tenancy, control, integration, security) have been discussed extensively in the IT literature. But when your business model is SaaS, you must do more than find technological solutions that repackage your traditional applications to the Web. A SaaS application needs to be designed specifically as a focused service with simplicity, interactivity, end-user value and low operational costs. Successful SaaS is all about user experience.
"There is a growing awareness that the SaaS revenue model is entirely dependent upon a successful and satisfying overall user experience," said Paul Giurata, managing partner of Catalyst Resources. "Over 80% of our clients are moving their application to the on-demand or SaaS model. Their customers expect ready access to information and the same kind of intuitive, rich interface and Web 2.0-type features as the online consumer applications they use everyday."
As companies explore launching their own SaaS service or are considering a transition to a SaaS offering, designing for optimal user experience needs to be a integral part of the implementation plan.
For event details or to register for the Webinar, visit http://www.cogentes.com/webcasts/previous_webcasts.htm. All attendees will be entered into a drawing to win an Apple 8GB iPod Touch.
About Catalyst Resources
Since 1994, Catalyst Resources has successfully delivered user interface design for more than 200 software applications to leading global and VC-funded organizations. Catalyst's user-validated, agile design approach to UI minimizes financial and functional risks while maximizing dependability and user satisfaction. Catalyst Resources specializes in the unique UI demands of Financial Services, Software as a Service, Rapid Application Design, and AJAX Application Design. Headquartered in the Silicon Valley, Catalyst Resources employs accomplished UI designers, information architects, developers and business professionals. More information about Catalyst Resources can be found at http://www.catalystresources.com
About Cogentes
Cogentes provides enterprise consulting services that integrate business strategy and technology efforts to maximize return on Information Technology (IT) investments and deliver business value. IT is an integral part of business operations and must be woven throughout the planning cycle with a focus on delivering to meet stated business goals. The Cogentes team brings unique, proven, business-focused expertise in Business Strategy Realization™ with customized planning, readiness and execution services. Cogentes has specific horizontal domain expertise in Enterprise Architecture, Business & CIO Services and Infrastructure Services, and vertically in the HR, Payroll and Benefits services space, as well as the Financial Services area. For more information, visit http://www.cogentes.com or call 866.493.2870.
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Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) continues to be one of the IT industry's hottest buzzwords. More and more companies are looking to buy or deliver SaaS versions of business solutions that were traditionally delivered as installed products or client-server. Designing an application as a SaaS however, presents some unique challenges.
The technological challenges of moving an application to a SaaS model (e.g. multi-tenancy, control, integration, security) have been discussed extensively in the IT literature. But when your business model is SaaS, you must do more than find technological solutions that repackage your traditional applications to the Web. A SaaS application needs to be designed specifically as a focused service with simplicity, interactivity, end-user value and low operational costs. Successful SaaS is all about user experience.
"There is a growing awareness that the SaaS revenue model is entirely dependent upon a successful and satisfying overall user experience," said Paul Giurata, managing partner of Catalyst Resources. "Over 80% of our clients are moving their application to the on-demand or SaaS model. Their customers expect ready access to information and the same kind of intuitive, rich interface and Web 2.0-type features as the online consumer applications they use everyday."
As companies explore launching their own SaaS service or are considering a transition to a SaaS offering, designing for optimal user experience needs to be a integral part of the implementation plan.
For event details or to register for the Webinar, visit http://www.cogentes.com/webcasts/previous_webcasts.htm. All attendees will be entered into a drawing to win an Apple 8GB iPod Touch.
About Catalyst Resources
Since 1994, Catalyst Resources has successfully delivered user interface design for more than 200 software applications to leading global and VC-funded organizations. Catalyst's user-validated, agile design approach to UI minimizes financial and functional risks while maximizing dependability and user satisfaction. Catalyst Resources specializes in the unique UI demands of Financial Services, Software as a Service, Rapid Application Design, and AJAX Application Design. Headquartered in the Silicon Valley, Catalyst Resources employs accomplished UI designers, information architects, developers and business professionals. More information about Catalyst Resources can be found at http://www.catalystresources.com
About Cogentes
Cogentes provides enterprise consulting services that integrate business strategy and technology efforts to maximize return on Information Technology (IT) investments and deliver business value. IT is an integral part of business operations and must be woven throughout the planning cycle with a focus on delivering to meet stated business goals. The Cogentes team brings unique, proven, business-focused expertise in Business Strategy Realization™ with customized planning, readiness and execution services. Cogentes has specific horizontal domain expertise in Enterprise Architecture, Business & CIO Services and Infrastructure Services, and vertically in the HR, Payroll and Benefits services space, as well as the Financial Services area. For more information, visit http://www.cogentes.com or call 866.493.2870.
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