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Why? These four reasons come up over and over again. ","SaaS media libraries fulfill the promise of SaaS by offering feature-rich software administered by the vendor that go far beyond the limitations of ordinary cloud storage. Here are some top reasons to choose a SaaS digital media library instead of a locally deployed system.","SaaS media libraries fulfill the promise of SaaS by offering feature-rich software administered by the vendor that go far beyond...","\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Canto, we’ve helped thousands of companies take control of their media libraries and manage their digital assets. After talking to so many teams about what they need from a professional-level media library, we’ve noticed a clear trend: Companies want cloud-based solutions.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It’s easy to see why. The software as a service (SaaS) model combines the convenience of cloud storage with built-in tools to help you get the most out of your digital assets.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But it’s not all about convenience and fancy features. There are a whole host of reasons companies are moving their assets to cloud-based media libraries like Canto.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-1--reason-1-lower-cost\">Reason #1: Lower cost\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Setting up an on-premise digital asset management system is an expensive undertaking. With a cloud-based library, you don’t need to configure on-site servers or hire experts to maintain your system. The software is ready to go when you subscribe and stays current with automated updates.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most critically, you only pay for the storage you need.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For large organizations, the SaaS model is a major money-saver. For small companies with limited resources, the expense of an on-premise system would be out of the question. The flexible pricing of cloud-based tools make sophisticated, professional-level digital asset management an option at any price point.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-2--reason-2-limitless-scalability\">Reason #2: Limitless scalability\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Growing companies need a media library that will scale with them. When your library is on the cloud, you’ll never outgrow it. Once you’re set up, you can say goodbye to server upgrades and cumbersome migrations to a whole new system. As you grow, simply scale up your library with the click of a button or an email to your service rep.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-3--reason-3-easy-remote-access\">Reason #3: Easy remote access\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether working from home, meeting a client in the field or collaborating with someone in another office, most teams these days need to access their media libraries from multiple locations.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On-premise solutions require complicated VPNs – or worse, cut you off from your assets altogether if you’re not on site. With cloud solutions, you can log in on any device – or even use a mobile app – all while maintaining high standards of security.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-4--reason-4-cutting-edge-features\">Reason #4: Cutting-edge features\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As providers focus on the tools that serve customers best, the cloud is where the most exciting innovations in digital asset management are happening.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We’ve seen droves of brands switching from on-premise solutions to Canto, so we know customers value time-saving innovations. We’re constantly adding new features and finding ways to make organizing, using and sharing assets even easier.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With a cloud-based solution, you can expect the latest and greatest in digital asset management, and frequent updates that keep your library state-of-the-art.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\">\u003Ca href=\"\u002Febooks\u002Fbeginners-guide-to-digital-asset-management\u002F?utm_source=page_blog&utm_medium=content_cta&utm_campaign=canto_content_fy25&utm_content=page_choosing_saas_as_media_library\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"250\" src=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2024\u002F07\u002F06193532\u002FCopy-of-ROI-CTA-blog-post.png\" alt=\"Discover the essentials of digital asset management with our free beginner’s guide. 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Learn more about SaaP.","\u002Fblog\u002Fsoftware-as-a-product\u002F",{"featuredImage":63,"postId":64,"slug":65,"title":66,"description":67,"path":68},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2018\u002F12\u002F19195746\u002Fupload-image-1-450x300.jpg",20865,"upload-image","5 image uploading services to consider","When you have images to upload, determine the best uploading source for them. 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