{"id":5456,"date":"2025-08-25T13:09:13","date_gmt":"2025-08-25T13:09:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/blog\/?p=5456"},"modified":"2026-04-06T13:50:46","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T13:50:46","slug":"the-most-common-myths-and-truths-about-saas-software","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/blog\/en\/the-most-common-myths-and-truths-about-saas-software\/","title":{"rendered":"The five most common myths and truths about SaaS software"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The five most common myths and truths about SaaS software<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-77736ee\" data-block-id=\"77736ee\"><style>.stk-77736ee {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>SaaS \u2013 &#8222;software as a service&#8220; \u2013 is one of the leading models for implementing new technologies in business today. Although the concept is not necessarily related to a cloud environment, in reality, most SaaS solutions are delivered through cloud architecture. This, along with flexibility and easy access, is the basis for its widespread use and popularity among companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-a3210a9\" data-block-id=\"a3210a9\"><style>.stk-a3210a9 {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">What is cloud SaaS software?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-e8dc28a\" data-block-id=\"e8dc28a\"><style>.stk-e8dc28a {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SaaS (Software as a Service) is a model for delivering software solutions where applications are provided by a vendor and accessed online<\/strong>. This allows users to work with applications on a subscription basis, without the need for their own infrastructure, installation, or maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the adoption of SaaS solutions has grown globally as companies have quickly adapted to remote working. However, <strong>many are still hesitant to move from on-premises software to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/blog\/en\/what-is-cloud-technology-characteristics-purpose-benefits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cloud solutions\/SaaS<\/a><\/strong>, mainly due to uncertainty about the benefits and risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As with any new technology, <strong>there are myths and misconceptions<\/strong>. Here are five of them\u2014and the truth behind each one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-1e905d6\" data-block-id=\"1e905d6\"><style>.stk-1e905d6 {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Myth 1: SaaS = expensive<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-2ff4f41\" data-block-id=\"2ff4f41\"><style>.stk-2ff4f41 {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When comparing SaaS and on-premises solutions, it is often claimed that making a significant initial investment in your own system is more economical in the long run. However, this argument overlooks an important fact: on-premises software continues to generate costs, but the company, not the provider, entirely bears these.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To maintain an on-premises solution, you need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a dedicated server room;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>regular technical support and updates;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a cybersecurity team;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>energy costs and environmental impact.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-7ac9a0d\" data-block-id=\"7ac9a0d\"><style>.stk-7ac9a0d {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-label stk-block-icon-label stk-block stk-dc82768\" data-block-id=\"dc82768\"><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon stk-block-icon has-text-align-left stk-block stk-b88e74a\" data-block-id=\"b88e74a\"><style>.stk-b88e74a .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child{opacity:0.7 !important;}.stk-b88e74a .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child, .stk-b88e74a .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g, path, rect, polygon, ellipse){fill:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #F6891F) !important;}<\/style><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg style=\"height:0;width:0\"><defs><linearGradient id=\"linear-gradient-b88e74a\" x1=\"0\" x2=\"100%\" y1=\"0\" y2=\"0\"><stop offset=\"0%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-b-88-e-74-a-color-1)\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"100%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-b-88-e-74-a-color-2)\"><\/stop><\/linearGradient><\/defs><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path d=\"M297.2 248.9C311.6 228.3 320 203.2 320 176c0-70.7-57.3-128-128-128S64 105.3 64 176c0 27.2 8.4 52.3 22.8 72.9c3.7 5.3 8.1 11.3 12.8 17.7l0 0c12.9 17.7 28.3 38.9 39.8 59.8c10.4 19 15.7 38.8 18.3 57.5H109c-2.2-12-5.9-23.7-11.8-34.5c-9.9-18-22.2-34.9-34.5-51.8l0 0 0 0c-5.2-7.1-10.4-14.2-15.4-21.4C27.6 247.9 16 213.3 16 176C16 78.8 94.8 0 192 0s176 78.8 176 176c0 37.3-11.6 71.9-31.4 100.3c-5 7.2-10.2 14.3-15.4 21.4l0 0 0 0c-12.3 16.8-24.6 33.7-34.5 51.8c-5.9 10.8-9.6 22.5-11.8 34.5H226.4c2.6-18.7 7.9-38.6 18.3-57.5c11.5-20.9 26.9-42.1 39.8-59.8l0 0 0 0 0 0c4.7-6.4 9-12.4 12.7-17.7zM192 128c-26.5 0-48 21.5-48 48c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16c0-44.2 35.8-80 80-80c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16zm0 384c-44.2 0-80-35.8-80-80V416H272v16c0 44.2-35.8 80-80 80z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-58f91fd\" id=\"by-choosing-saa-s-you-free-yourself-from-heavy-initial-investments-and-ongoing-maintenance-costs-while-having-a-modern-software-that-always-runs-on-the-latest-version-of-the-application\" data-block-id=\"58f91fd\"><h4 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\">By choosing SaaS, you free yourself from heavy initial investments and ongoing maintenance costs, while having a modern software that always runs on the latest version of the application.<\/h4><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-19d1f83\" data-block-id=\"19d1f83\"><style>.stk-19d1f83 {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/blog\/en\/sunotec-consolidates-its-financial-statements-using-lucanet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read more: Sunotec consolidates its financial statements using Lucanet<\/a>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/blog\/en\/erp-systems-and-euro-how-do-you-prepare-them\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><br><\/a><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-d166a40\" data-block-id=\"d166a40\"><style>.stk-d166a40 {height:0px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Myth 2: It isn&#8217;t easy to configure or implement<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-e239481\" data-block-id=\"e239481\"><style>.stk-e239481 {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This misconception is often due to a lack of knowledge about SaaS products. In fact, <strong>the cloud environment allows for remote configuration<\/strong>, which is significantly easier than implementing a local solution. Support is also simplified\u2014<strong>all responsibility lies with the service provider, who has extensive experience and in-depth knowledge of the system. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This allows them to respond quickly and effectively to any issues that arise, saving you time and effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-4a1ed91\" data-block-id=\"4a1ed91\"><style>.stk-4a1ed91 {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Myth 3: SaaS cannot be customized<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-653b618\" data-block-id=\"653b618\"><style>.stk-653b618 {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>On-premise solutions are often presented as more flexible in terms of customization, but that doesn&#8217;t mean that cloud technologies cannot be adapted to your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">For example, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/eng\/business-software\/lucanet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lucanet<\/a> \u2014 the financial planning, consolidation, and reporting platform\u2014can be configured to integrate directly with your existing ERP or accounting system. Thanks to its cloud architecture and &#8222;by financial professionals for financial professionals&#8220; philosophy<strong>, Lucanet&#8217;s interface allows for easy configuration by end users without the need for IT intervention<\/strong>. This makes it more accessible, convenient, and efficient in everyday work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-144bfe7\" data-block-id=\"144bfe7\"><style>.stk-144bfe7 {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Myth 4: SaaS is not a secure solution<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-358c337\" data-block-id=\"358c337\"><style>.stk-358c337 {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/eng\/services\/information-security\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cybersecurity<\/a> is critically important, especially when working with financial data. Due to remote access, many people believe that SaaS solutions are more vulnerable \u2013 but the reality is different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Modern cloud software implement multi-layered security measures, including encryption, access control, and continuous monitoring.<strong>Software manufacturers have entire teams of highly skilled professionals<\/strong> who focus solely on data security and are constantly improving their defences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-8610a43\" data-block-id=\"8610a43\"><style>.stk-8610a43 {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Myth 5: SaaS is just a fad<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-4581e79\" data-block-id=\"4581e79\"><style>.stk-4581e79 {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As with any new technology, it is difficult to predict its long-term impact at first. Many are wary of investing time and money in a solution that may become obsolete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the case of SaaS, however, the reality is apparent\u2014<strong>the high level of adoption across various industries shows that this model is here to stay<\/strong>. Leading companies have already embraced it and are actively developing their cloud solutions, making SaaS the standard for modern business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-2b5a866\" data-block-id=\"2b5a866\"><style>.stk-2b5a866 {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n<div data-block=\"hook:3908\" class=\"alignfull\" data-block-structure=\"custom\"><div class=\"ct-container-full\" data-content=\"normal\"><article id=\"post-3908\" class=\"post-3908\"><div class=\"entry-content is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignfull has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-center is-image-fill is-style-default has-palette-color-8-color has-palette-color-4-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-326cc7970ec94e154d90381fd2939023\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-left:0;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;grid-template-columns:auto 37%\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0\">Looking for business software?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-palette-color-8-color has-text-color\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.234), 17px);line-height:1.5\">Our team is here to listen carefully and offer the right solution for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-button-group stk-block-button-group stk-block stk-088e0d7\" data-block-id=\"088e0d7\"><style>.stk-088e0d7{margin-bottom:30px !important;position:relative !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-088e0d7{margin-bottom:36px !important}}<\/style><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-button-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-button stk-block-button is-style-ghost stk-block stk-cb9bee0\" data-block-id=\"cb9bee0\"><style>.stk-cb9bee0{top:23px !important}.stk-cb9bee0 .stk-button{padding-right:33px !important;padding-left:33px !important;background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#F6891F) !important}.stk-cb9bee0 .stk-button:hover:after{background:transparent !important;opacity:1 !important}:where(.stk-hover-parent:hover,.stk-hover-parent.stk--is-hovered) .stk-cb9bee0 .stk-button:after{background:transparent !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-cb9bee0 .stk-button:before{border-style:solid !important;border-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;border-top-width:0px !important;border-right-width:0px !important;border-bottom-width:0px !important;border-left-width:0px !important}.stk-cb9bee0 .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}<\/style><a class=\"stk-link stk-button stk--hover-effect-lift\" href=\"https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/eng\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"has-text-color stk-button__inner-text\">Schedule a free consultation &gt;<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BOO2528-1024x638.jpg);background-position:50% 50%\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"638\" src=\"https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BOO2528-1024x638.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3887 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BOO2528-1024x638.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BOO2528-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BOO2528-768x478.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BOO2528-1536x957.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BOO2528-2048x1276.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-8167f0b\" data-block-id=\"8167f0b\"><style>.stk-8167f0b {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Why is it worth implementing SaaS software?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-8f0667e\" data-block-id=\"8f0667e\"><style>.stk-8f0667e {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Myths about SaaS often create unnecessary hesitation, but the reality is different \u2013 cloud solutions are secure, flexible, affordable, and easy to implement. They eliminate heavy upfront investments, offer faster support, and allow for customisation that works in sync with your business goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are looking for a modern cloud-based SaaS solution for finance, discover <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/eng\/business-software\/lucanet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CFO Solution by LucaNet<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 an integrated platform designed for the needs of finance teams. In a single environment, you will find solutions for <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/eng\/business-software\/lucanet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Financial Planning and Consolidation<\/a><\/strong>,<strong> xP&amp;A (operational planning)<\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/eng\/business-software\/smartnotes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Disclosure Management<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/biznes-softuer\/amana-xbrl-portal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">XBRL Portal<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/biznes-softuer\/xbrl-tagger\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">XBRL Tagger<\/a><\/strong>, and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/eng\/business-software\/esg-software-for-sustainability-reporting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ESG Reporting<\/a><\/strong>. The platform offers unmatched advantages that transform the way your finance department works: more efficient processes, more reliable data, and more informed decision-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-04af901\" data-block-id=\"04af901\"><style>.stk-04af901 {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/blog\/en\/what-is-cloud-technology-characteristics-purpose-benefits\/\"><u>You may be interested in reading:<\/u> What is cloud technology \u2013 characteristics, purpose, benefits<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-a44eb51\" data-block-id=\"a44eb51\"><style>.stk-a44eb51 {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*Source: Official website of <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lucanet.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lucanet<\/a><\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-3362345\" data-block-id=\"3362345\"><style>.stk-3362345 {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-divider stk-block-divider stk-block stk-1f68391\" data-block-id=\"1f68391\"><hr class=\"stk-block-divider__hr\"\/><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-f7b842d\" data-block-id=\"f7b842d\"><style>.stk-f7b842d {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>At Balkan Services, we have expert knowledge of business, technology, and legislation, and we are fluent in all three languages. <strong>We will listen carefully to you and advise you on choosing the right business software for your needs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-0dfad7d\" data-block-id=\"0dfad7d\"><style>.stk-0dfad7d {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.balkanservices.com\/eng\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Contact us &gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-5d4fd13\" data-block-id=\"5d4fd13\"><style>.stk-5d4fd13 {height:30px !important;}<\/style><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Balkan Services has been implementing software solutions for businesses since 2006 and has completed <strong>more than 750 projects for over 400 clients<\/strong>. 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