But there are two compelling reasons other than cost for renting applications. Second, ASPs are very good at rapid application deployment, which is sometimes measured in weeks for certain applications and takes less than six months for most. These are the real value propositions that ASPs bring to the table. Working with an ASP, you'll get only plain-vanilla applications, with no customization. Some will even modify core code but will probably charge you more than a typical systems integrator would to do so.
ASPs are a flash in the pan.
Some may view ASPs as a threat to IT's influence and power. Perhaps a better way of viewing ASPs is as groups, which you can hold accountable should they fail to deliver with predetermined reliability. The downturn in the tech economy isn't as gloomy as you might expect. West Coast Bureau Chief Pimm Fox offers a list of 10 positive aspects from the tech wreck. Inc. All rights reserved.