IDC's top 10 predictions for Software as a Service (SaaS) in 2006

A new March IDC study indicates further market acceptance of Software as a Service (SaaS) delivery models.  The biggest trend they see for SaaS providers is developing and increasing partnerships in order to expand revenue streams and customer adoption.

IDC’s Top 10 Predictions for SaaS:

1. Large ISVs Will Spin Off On-Demand Versions of Products
2. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Remain a "Tough Nut  to Crack"
3. Microsoft Strengthens SaaS Resolve
4. Software on Demand Providers Focus on Partnering
5. Mini-Ecosystems Emerge to Extend the Reach of Software on Demand
6. SaaS Enablers Continue to Aid Availability of On-Demand Offerings
7. Merger and Acquisition Activity Continues
8. SaaS Providers Concentrate on Improving Offerings and Customer Experience
9. Hosted AM Becomes a Stepping Stone Towards On-Demand Delivery
10. SaaS Will Help Drive a Software Industry Transition to Subscription Licensing

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by
Erin Swanson
ESwanson@enviance.com