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PaaS (Platform-as-a-Service) - Definition

Publish Date: 23 September 2025
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PaaS (Platform-as-a-Service)

PaaS is a type of cloud platform that delivers application infrastructure capabilities, as a service. Our Spryker Cloud Commerce OS is an example of a PaaS solution, as it allows our customers to develop, run, and manage their Spryker application without the complexity of building, maintaining, or scaling the infrastructure. 

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    Cost reduction

    The PaaS model enables enterprises to save significantly on costs. Rather than having to cover all expenses associated with installing, maintaining, and operating on-premises servers, organizations can pay only for the services they use. In addition, as needs change and the organization grows, the scalability of the PaaS model increases to accommodate. This saves cost, time, and talent, which can be reinvested toward other priorities.

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    Scalability

    You pay for what you use, thus expenses are not charged during downtime, and capacity can be added and removed as needed. PaaS provides fully automated operations, allowing for the allocation and release of resources based on the number of users who are using the application or the resources needed.

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    Accessibility

    Physical locations are old-school for Paas, as its services can be accessed from anywhere. This can help companies save on physical office expenses and hire the best tech talent independently of their location.

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    Off-site infrastructure

    PaaS allows to create and deploy new applications without spending time and resources on building and maintaining infrastructure. In fact, the development team is provided with automated tools and innovative solutions that accelerate the creation of applications.

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    Fast time to market

    The lifecycle is shortened compared to a traditional approach, with a faster time to market.

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  • Illustration of people interacting with financial symbols, including a smartphone displaying a chart, stacks of coins, gears, a dollar sign, and an upward-pointing arrow—all representing the power of PaaS (Platform-as-a-Service) in modern finance.
  • A person is standing in front of a large smartphone display indicating a $399 price and free shipping, surrounded by various electronics in a store setting reminiscent of a tech-laden PaaS environment, with shelves brimming with gadgets and devices.
  • Illustration of IT professionals working with servers, a computer, and interacting with a giant smartphone. One is checking a server rack, another is seated at a computer, and two are collaborating.
  • Illustration of a large person in business attire kneeling and presenting a gift-wrapped box with a bow to smaller people surrounding him, symbolizing the collaborative spirit of a Spryker marketplace.
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