ASP: Application Service Provider

An ASP or Application Service Provider provides services using servers that are maintained by a third party provider.

An advantage to using an ASP service is that it does not require the investment of time and money to install and maintain software on ones own computers. It provides access to powerful, up-to-date technology without expensive software development, installation and maintenance.

An application service provider offers some significant advantages over traditional software:
  • Low cost of entry, and predictable cost over time
  • Setup time under one day
  • No need for IT support for implementation, user support, maintenance or technology upgrades
  • Reduced load on internal servers resulting in greater efficiency



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