Glossary · IT Procurement
Software as a Service
Updated June 20, 2026 · Reviewed by Shorim Haniffanshoib, Head of Editorial — IT Strategy & Enterprise
A software licensing and delivery model in which applications are hosted in the cloud and accessed via browser or thin client, with no local installation or infrastructure management required. This contrasts with on-premise licensing (perpetual license purchase, installed on own servers) which requires infrastructure CapEx and an IT team for maintenance. Common SaaS applications pre-configured on enterprise laptops: Microsoft 365 Apps (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), Salesforce CRM, Slack, Zoom, and Google Workspace. Impact on laptop rental: the SaaS era has reduced dependence on high-end hardware specs for standard business applications — driving adoption of mid-range laptops for the majority of office workers with SaaS workloads, while high specs are reserved for creative/engineering roles. However, SaaS still requires a stable internet connection and up-to-date browser — factors to consider in pre-imaging configuration (browser policy, proxy, certificate trust store).
SaaS (Software as a Service) frequently appears in B2B IT procurement contexts: A software licensing and delivery model in which applications are hosted in the cloud and accessed via browser or thin.
| Domain | Technology & IT Ops |
|---|---|
| Full form | Software as a Service |
| Also written as | Software as a Service, Software-as-a-Service |
| Part of | Arental IT Procurement & B2B Laptop Rental Glossary |
| Last reviewed | 2026-06-20 |
What role does SaaS play when Arental deploys rented units to our company?
SaaS (Software as a Service) is directly relevant to a B2B laptop rental engagement, so it is worth confirming up front during the quote and contract stage. In short: A software licensing and delivery model in which applications are hosted in the cloud and accessed via browser or thin client, with no local installation or infrastructure management required. Discuss the specifics with the Arental team so the right clauses and procedures are built into your rental contract.
Answered by Shorim Haniffanshoib, Head of Editorial — IT Strategy & Enterprise
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