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Get to know SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS in Cloud Computing

The current circulation of cloud computing has become one of the technologies that is very helpful in the business world. Cloud computing offers convenience for you to store data or access data from various locations online. Cloud computing is the practice of using different server network services to host, store, manage and process data online in the cloud.

If you want to start adopting cloud technology, at least you have to understand about the cloud service model. There are usually three cloud service models to compare namely Software-as-a-service (SaaS), Infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS) and Platform-as-a-service (SaaS). This most common cloud computing service model has a variety of functions for every company need.

What are SaaS, IaaS and PaaS?

There is an understanding of the three types of service models from cloud computing namely SaaS, Iaas and PaaS as follows:

1. Definition of SaaS (Software as a Service)

The definition of SaaS or Software as a Service sourced from Techradar is a software that is used as an online service, this SaaS is also referred to as a Cloud application service. SaaS leverages the internet to run applications managed by third-party vendors. When using the SaaS service model, you need to use the application without having to understand the technical terms of the service. It’s like data storage and servers and device management. Because it is a service that has been provided by the service provider. One example of this SaaS cloud service model is Office 365.

2. Definition of IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service)

The definition of IaaS or Infrastructure as a Service is a type of cloud service model that is basically a physical server and virtual server. Buying additional hardware for IaaS is not necessary, because all the needs are already available in the cloud system. IaaS service providers provide cloud resources such as servers, networks, storage and data center rooms. IaaS is a service that allows you to use a server without the need to physically purchase computers and equipment, perform routine maintenance, and perform device configurations. One example of this IaaS service model is Microsoft Azure.

3. Definition of PaaS (Platform as a Service)

PaaS or Platform as a Service is a cloud service that is provided in the form of a platform and users can use it to create applications on it. PaaS provides a framework for developers that they can build on and use to create customized applications. When you use a PaaS model of service, all servers, storage and network are managed by the company or third party provider. But the developers can manage application management. One example of this PaaS service model is Microsoft Azure.

Characteristics of SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS

The characteristics of each cloud computing service model will help you determine whether the service you are using is SaaS, IaaS and PaaS.

1. SaaS Characteristics

To find out whether these services are included in SaaS, you must know the characteristics of SaaS as follows:

  • Managed from a central location

Services in the form of software make users not need to think about management, because the software is managed centrally.

  • Accessible via the internet

To be able to access it, users need an internet network. The use of software depends on the quality of the internet.

  • Service users are not responsible for hardware or software updates

Hardware or software updates are the responsibility of the service provider. Users simply use it without thinking about it.

2. IaaS characteristics

There are various characteristics that make IaaS easy to distinguish from other cloud services. The following characteristics of IaaS:

  • Resources are available as services

  • Fees vary, depending on the use of the company

  • Very scalable service

  • Accessible by multiple users on one device

  • The company has full control over its infrastructure

  • Great flexibility

3. PaaS characteristics

PaaS has many distinct characteristics from other cloud services. The following characteristics of PaaS:

  • Seamless integration with powerful web services and databases

  • Company-owned resources are easy to scale up and down as your business changes

  • Provides a variety of services to assist with application development, testing, and deployment

  • Accessible to multiple users through the same development application

When should SaaS, IaaS and PaaS be used?

Apart from the meaning and characteristics, there is a further difference between SaaS, IaaS and PaaS, which is when these three cloud service models should be used.

1. When Should SaaS Be Used?

Software as a Service is the most useful solution for some situations. However, it is best used by business startups or small companies that need to quickly launch e-commerce. This system from SaaS is also very supportive for companies that don’t have time to deal with server or software problems. Because this SaaS can be used according to needs.

2. When Should IaaS Be Used?

According to a source from Bigcommerce, Infrastructure as a Service offers many benefits for companies because it allows full accessibility of the company’s infrastructure. The less companies invest in hardware and IT infrastructure, IaaS can be used as a more secure alternative.

3. When Should PaaS Be Used?

Platform as a Service is often considered the most cost-effective and time-effective cloud service for developers in creating applications. This PaaS allows developers to focus more on the creative side of creating applications.

Advantages of SaaS, IaaS and PaaS

If you want to use these three cloud services, make sure you have to understand the advantages of each of these cloud services.

  1. SaaS advantages

Software as a Service differs from the traditional cloud model in that applications are installed and configured automatically. Service users only need to focus on their data. The device needed to use the application is a gadget that is connected to an internet connection.

  1. IaaS advantage

Infrastructure as a Service offers many advantages, namely:

    • Cloud system with the most flexible and dynamic service model

    • Purchase of services can be based on consumption

    • Resources can be purchased as needed

    • Easily automate storage deployments, networks, servers and processing power

    • Clients are in full control of their infrastructure

  1. PaaS advantages

The advantages of Platform as a Service are:

    • Powerful and multitenant software

    • Simple and cost-effective application development and deployment

    • Easier migration to a hybrid model

Disadvantages of SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS

In addition to the advantages mentioned above, these three cloud service models also have disadvantages or drawbacks.

  1. Disadvantages of SaaS

When you use SaaS, you cannot have complete control over the application services you use. Apart from that the disadvantages of SaaS are:

    • Interoperability

    • Lack of integration and customization support

    • Lack of data control and security

    • Feature limitations

  1. IaaS loss

The disadvantage of the IaaS cloud services model is that you have to take care of your own OS, security, databases, etc. Because most service providers only provide servers and networks.

  1. Disadvantages of PaaS

The disadvantage of the PaaS cloud service model is in the form of security problems. The security feature in this PaaS cloud computing is platform security. That means aimed at platform security not application security. So you have to keep in mind the security risks of your application.

That’s some information about SaaS, IaaS and PaaS. Find out our cloud service model via the link or contact a Helios representative at [email protected].

 

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PRIVACY POLICY

At PT Helios Informatika Nusantara, ensuring the privacy and security of your information is of utmost importance to us. As you navigate through our website, https://www.helios.id/, collectively referred to as this “Website”, we strive to create a safe and trustworthy environment for all users. This Privacy Policy establishes the terms governing your use of our website between you (“you” or “your”) and [Helios Informatika Nusantara]. By accessing our website, you acknowledge that you have reviewed, understood, and consent to be bound by this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

When utilizing or engaging with our Website, we may gather or receive various types of information, collectively referred to as “Information”, including but not limited to:
  1. “Personal Information,” such as your name, email, contact details, or any other personal content provided to us via forms on our website or other means of communication (e.g., email, phone, mail, etc.).
  2. “Technical Information,” such as browser type, operating system, device type, IP address, and similar technical data typically obtained automatically from browsers or devices when interacting with our Website. This may also encompass the referring URL that directed you to our website.
  3. “Usage Information,” such as the pages visited on our website, click activity, searches conducted, and other related data on how you have utilized our website. This category may also encompass details regarding your interaction with emails, including whether you opened, clicked on links, or received them.
We acknowledge that certain Technical Information or Usage Information may be considered personal data, either independently or when combined with other data, under various laws and jurisdictions. We are committed in handling such data in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

The Methods We Use to Collect and Receive Information

Depending on the type of Information, we collect or receive it through various channels, including but not limited to the following conditions:
  1. When you voluntarily share Information with us. For instance, when you subscribe to our newsletter or fill out our online form to request contact.
  2. By using cookies and similar technologies. These technologies help us analyze how our Website is utilized and tailor content that is pertinent to you. They also assist in delivering more relevant advertisements on our own or third-party sites.
  3. Information obtained from third-party sources. This encompasses Information acquired through various business support tools and services we utilize, such as Website, analytics services, etc., as well as public sources like social media sites. We may merge the Information from these sources with other data we possess to maintain updated records and provide you with pertinent content.

The Purposes

We utilize Information for the following purposes:
  1. Processing your inquiries and responding to your requests, such as when you reach out to learn more about our products or services.
  2. Sending you information related to our services and products that we believe may be of interest to you, such as an invitation to our upcoming events, follow-up by WhatsApp blast and/or call, newsletters, or updates on products and services. These communications are sent to you either based on your explicit consent or when we have a legitimate interest in marketing our products and services. You always have the option to optout of receiving invitation, newsletters, and/or updates on products and services.
  3. Understanding how you interact with our Website and tailoring it to align with your interests, past actions, and preferences. We do this to enhance our Website, diagnose any issues, and improve your experience while navigating through them.
  4. Preventing fraud or harm to us or any third party, and ensuring the security of our network and services, which is in our legitimate interest.
  5. Complying with our legal obligations and exercising and enforcing our legal rights as necessary for PT Helios Informatika Nusantara.
  6. Utilizing certain third-party marketing and advertising networks to assist in marketing our products on our website and third-party Website.

Who We Share Information With

To facilitate our business operations and the functioning of our Website, we may disclose Information to various third parties, including:
  1. Our global branches and subsidiary companies.
  2. Third-party service providers aiding in the operation of our Website, such as hosting companies, recruitment platforms and agencies, payment processors, business management,and email distribution service providers, and similar service providers. These entities are authorized to use your personal information solely to provide these services to us.
  3. When compelled by law, such as to comply with court orders, search warrants, regulatory orders, subpoenas, and other lawful requests from public authorities, including those for national security or law enforcement purposes.
  4. Legal authorities, consultants, advisors, or service providers required to investigate, respond to, or prevent fraud, or to ensure the security of our network and services and safeguard the well-being of PT Helios Informatika Nusantara or the public.
  5. In the event of a merger and/or acquisition involving PT Helios Informatika Nusantara, Information may be transferred to the merging or acquiring entity, as well as to any advisors representing parties involved in discussions related to such merger or acquisition.
  6. Principal, resellers, partners, sponsors, or service providers acting on our behalf in conjunction with the offering of PT Helios Informatika Nusantara]’s products or services.
  7. Third-party marketing and advertising networks assisting in the promotion of our products on our Website and on third-party websites, such as Google for remarketing ads across the Internet.
  8. PT Helios Informatika Nusantara may also disclose general aggregate and anonymized information (e.g., statistical data) pertaining to the use of its Website.

Cross Border Data Transfers

  1. We may need to transfer Information to countries where we and/or our service providers operate. These countries may have different data protection laws compared to the country where the data originated, potentially offering different levels of protection. By using our Website, you consent to such transfers. In cases where applicable to the services provided, we will establish agreements with our service providers to ensure a level of privacy consistent with the terms of this policy.
  2. Regarding the collection, use, and retention of personal information transferred from Indonesia, please note that PT Helios Informatika Nusantara remains compliant with all relevant laws concerning such transfers.

Protecting Your Information

We aim to uphold top-tier security standards throughout our business operations. We have adopted suitable technical and organizational safeguards aligned with industry best practices. These safeguards are devised to prevent unauthorized access or unlawful handling of Personal Information and to mitigate the risk of accidental loss, destruction, or damage of such information. As part of these efforts, we have instituted several policies and procedures to guide us, covering aspects such as asset management, access control, physical security, personnel security, product security, cloud and network infrastructure security, third-party security, vulnerability management, security monitoring, and incident response.

Information Storage and Retention

We may store Information on both our own servers and those managed by third-party data hosting providers. As explained in Section 5 above (Cross Border Transfers), these servers may be situated globally. We will retain your Personal Information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the collection’s intended purpose. Additionally, we may retain your Personal Information for the duration required to pursue our legitimate business interests, address any legal claims, and ensure compliance with legal obligations. In instances where we utilize your information for direct marketing, we will retain your data until you choose to opt-out of receiving marketing materials; however, certain information may need to be retained to maintain a record of your request.

Modifications to This Policy

PT Helios Informatika Nusantara reserves the right to amend this Privacy Policy at any time. In the event of a significant change, we will provide notice on this page and/or adjacent to the link leading to this page. These updates will become effective immediately for new Information collected or provided from the date of the update, and within thirty (30) days for any Information collected or provided to PT Helios Informatika Nusantara prior to the update. If you do not agree to the terms of the revised policy, please contact our Legal Department using the contact details provided in Section 11 below. We encourage you to periodically review this page for any updates.

Your Choices

We offer you various options regarding the use of Information in relation to: (i) our marketing activities; and (ii) our utilization of cookies and similar technologies for interest-based advertising and website usage analysis
  1. You can choose to discontinue receiving our newsletter or marketing emails by following the unsubscribe instructions included in these emails, adjusting email preferences in your account settings page, or contacting us through https://www.helios.id/. You can manage your preferences concerning our use of cookies and similar technologies, which are used to provide targeted interest-based advertisements and analyze your website usage, by referring to our Cookie Policy for guidance.
  2. Moreover, the laws in some jurisdictions may grant you various rights concerning our processing of certain Information. These rights may include:
    • The right to withdraw previously provided consent;
    • The right to access specific information about you that we process;
    • The right to rectify or update any Personal Information;
    • The right to request the erasure of certain Information;
    • The right to temporarily suspend our processing of certain Information;
    • The right to receive Information in a common machine-readable format;
    • The right to object to our processing of Information for direct marketing purposes or when we rely on legitimate interests as the lawful basis for processing your information; and
    • The right to file a complaint with the relevant data protection authority.
We will address your requests promptly. Please note that these rights may be subject to limitations under applicable law. For further information on these rights or to exercise them, please contact [Helios Informatika Nusantara] at: [email protected]

Social Media and Third-Party Services

Our Website may include a blog with a ‘comments’ section and several social media features, such as a ‘share’ button or links to third-party websites and services like Facebook, X, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. When utilizing these features, certain information may be gathered by these third parties, such as your IP address or the specific page you are visiting on our website. Additionally, these third parties may set cookies to ensure the proper functioning of the features. Any data collected by these third parties is subject to their respective privacy policies. We encourage you to thoroughly review the privacy policies of these third parties.

Contacting Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Website Privacy Policy, the information we collect, PT Helios Informatika Nusantara’s practices, or your interactions with the Website, please feel free to contact us. You can reach us via email at [email protected] or by physical mail addressed to: PT Helios Informatika Nusantara  Centennial Tower, 12th Floor Jl. Jend. Gatot Subroto Kav. 24-25 Jakarta 12930, Indonesia phone: +62 21 8062 22