The document discusses MuleSoft's Mule platform for connecting software as a service (SaaS) applications. Some key points: - Mule allows SaaS applications to connect to each other and to on-premises systems through its hybrid architecture. - It provides unified connectivity across different integration technologies like APIs and SaaS applications, from simple to complex enterprise-grade connections. - Mule's platform offers low friction development with reusable connectors and developer tools and can run integrations both in the cloud and on-premises.

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SAAS - overview
SAAS – SOFTWARE AS A SERVICE
SaaS is a new model of how software is delivered
Software as a Service (SaaS) is a software distribution model in which
applications are hosted by a vendor or service provider and made available
to customers over a network, typically the Internet.

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MULE- SAAS
Connect SaaS applications with each other and to on-premises systems
Anypoint Platform’s hybrid architecture allows data to quickly flow where
and when it’s needed, providing a complete view of customers, streamlined
processes and a faster time to market for new applications

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Unified connectivity :The only connectivity platform across SOA, SaaS and
APIs for needs ranging from simple connections between SaaS applications
to advanced connectivity across the entire enterprise.
Lowest friction : The platform for speed and productivity with a highly
flexible design environment, a catalog of pre-built connectors, and popular
developer-friendly tools.
Hybrid ready : The platform that lets you design simple SaaS connections
or enterprise grade integrations and run them anywhere - on-premises, in the
cloud or in hybrid environments at the push of a button.

5.  SaaS Providers Handbook - How to make your app enterprise
ready
Refer the blog for more information :
https://www.mulesoft.com/lp/ebook/saas/accelerate-saas-
adoption-new-enterprise

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Insight into why Enterprises love SaaS + mobility + open APIs
Tips to expand your addressable market without additional resources
How to make your SaaS application and API "Plug and Play"
How to provide sticky, best in class SaaS applications and reduce
customer churn - See more at:
https://www.mulesoft.com/lp/ebook/saas/accelerate-saas-adoption-new-
enterprise#sthash.d306iE1i.dpuf

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To enable third parties to use your application, you need to make
your API as simple as possible. One of the biggest oversights by
SaaS and API providers, is understanding that the customer
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application can make an impact in their environment. What is your
API capable of? What are the limitations? What is the fastest path
to value for the consumer? The best way to accelerate adoption of
your application and reduce barriers in time to live, is to enable
easy plug and playability of your application.

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