The Parallels Automation Software as a Service module fully supports the Application Packaging Standard to enable service providers to rapidly deploy SaaS services to their customer base. Parallels Automation can also be used by ISVs to leverage the Parallels Automation and Parallels Plesk Panel base of service providers, enterprises and customers to deploy their software in a SaaS model. ISVs also use the Application Packaging Standard and Parallels Automation to minimize the effort of transforming a software company into a SaaS provider.