--- title: The Types of Cloud Services that Improve Your Office's Efficiency description: Cloud services can be an excellent asset to any businesses daily operations. With 3 core types of cloud services to choose from, which is right for you? image: https://blog.qualitydos.com/hubfs/QDO_TypesCloudServices.png --- [Skip to content](https://blog.qualitydos.com/the-types-of-cloud-services-that-improve-office-efficiency#main-content) [![QDOS-logo-primary](https://blog.qualitydos.com/hubfs/QDOS-logo-primary.png)](https://qualitydos.com/) - [Blog](https://blog.qualitydos.com/) - [Cyber Security](https://blog.qualitydos.com/tag/cyber-security) - [Document Workflows and Automation](https://blog.qualitydos.com/tag/document-workflows-and-automation) - [IT](https://blog.qualitydos.com/tag/it) - [Managed Print](https://blog.qualitydos.com/tag/managed-print) - Equipment - [Laser/Multifunction Printers & Scanners](https://qualitydos.com/printers/mfp) - [Wide Format Printers/Scanners](https://qualitydos.com/printers/wide-format) - [OneScreen](https://qualitydos.com/onescreen) - [Apps & Software](https://qualitydos.com/apps-software) - Solutions - [Document Workflows & Automation](https://qualitydos.com/document-management) - [Managed Print Services](https://qualitydos.com/managed-print) - [Managed IT Services](https://qualitydos.com/managed-it) - [Fax](https://qualitydos.com/fax) - Customer Service - [Client Portal](https://qualitydos.com/client-portal) - [Support](https://qualitydos.com/support) - [Request Service](https://qualitydos.com/service-request) - [Order Supplies](https://qualitydos.com/supplies) - [Contact](https://qualitydos.com/contact) - [Request a Quote](https://qualitydos.com/request) # The Types of Cloud Services that Improve Your Office's Efficiency [QDOS Marketing Team](https://blog.qualitydos.com/author/qdos-marketing-team) Dec 28, 2022 8:00:00 AM No matter its size, one of the most important components of any modern business is its ability to access company data from anywhere at a moment's notice. [Cloud services](https://blog.qualitydos.com/6-benefits-of-cloud-computing) allow you to backup and retrieve vital information from any place with an internet connection in a quick, cost-effective manner.  ![types of cloud services](https://blog.qualitydos.com/hubfs/QDO_TypesCloudServices.png) So if you’re thinking about using cloud services to improve how your office runs, you should also consider the types of cloud services available. ## Types of Cloud Services ### Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS)  Out of the three types of cloud services, IaaS—which is typically used for cloud storage—strikes a balance between offering the user assistance while still letting them have a hands-on approach to management. With an IaaS model:   **You manage:** Applications, data, runtime, middleware, and operating systems.  **The service provider manages:** Virtualization, servers, storage, and networking.   Along with the management of the infrastructure, the service provider also resolves any problems regarding hardware issues, outages, and repairs. To see a full overview, users can access everything through an API—application programming interface—or dashboard.     ### Platforms-as-a-Service (PaaS)  With PaaS, users have the luxury of controlling their applications and data without having to worry about the hardware and software behind it. An example of this is Kyocera’s [Hybrid Platform for Advanced Solutions™](https://qualitydos.com/apps-software/kyocera) which lets you expand your multifunctional printer’s core capabilities.   **You manage:** Applications and data  **The service provider manages:** Runtime, middleware, operating systems, virtualization, servers, storage, and networking.  Just like the IaaS model, the service provider also takes care of repairs and maintenance issues. However, unlike IaaS, both the hardware and software will be covered by the provider should anything go wrong.    ### **Software-as-a-Service (SaaS)**  SaaS models allow the user to be totally hands free. Therefore:  **You manage:** Nothing  **The service provider manages:** Everything  Users can view everything from their API or dashboard but can otherwise rest easy knowing the service provider is in control. At QualityDOS, we provide software [applications](https://qualitydos.com/apps-software) from trusted brands like Kyocera and Xerox, to optimize your workplace. Additionally, applications don’t need to be installed locally to individual computers; therefore, your business can benefit from sharing the software easier.    ## Let Cloud Services Work for You Your business meets your customers' unique needs, but your business also has needs of its own. Let QualityDOS meet them. Along with providing office technology solutions, [managing print services,](https://qualitydos.com/managed-print) and more, we offer personalized and experienced [IT management](https://qualitydos.com/managed-it) to meet you where you’re at. From simply freeing up server space to the comprehensive management of your entire infrastructure, we provide scalable options to help your company be as efficient as possible.      [![20220725_QDO_ContactUsCTA](https://blog.qualitydos.com/hs-fs/hubfs/20220725_QDO_ContactUsCTA.jpg?width=1200&height=600&name=20220725_QDO_ContactUsCTA.jpg)](https://qualitydos.com/contact)   [IT](https://blog.qualitydos.com/tag/it) ## Related Posts ### [Mar 21, 2023 8:00:00 AM 4 Managed IT Services Benefits to Boost Your Business](https://blog.qualitydos.com/4-managed-it-services-benefits-to-boost-your-business) ### [Jul 29, 2022 8:00:00 AM 6 Benefits of Cloud Computing](https://blog.qualitydos.com/6-benefits-of-cloud-computing) ### [Sep 28, 2023 8:00:00 AM Getting the Gold! 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