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Parallels RAS empowers independent software vendors (ISVs) to transform Windows applications into scalable SaaS services with secure, any-device access and efficient multi-tenant operations—all without rewriting code.

Why SaaS modernization matters for ISVs

Customers increasingly expect software to be delivered as scalable, cloud-hosted services.

Yet many ISVs still rely on Windows applications built for local installation, making SaaS modernization costly and complex.

Key challenges

Legacy Windows applications

Most ISV products were not originally built for browser-based or cloud-native deployment.

Slow SaaS transitions

Rewriting mature applications into web platforms is costly and risky.

Operational complexity

Supporting multiple customer environments increases infrastructure and support overhead.

Multi-tenant scalability

Onboarding new customers and scaling environments can become manual and time-consuming.

Device Fragmentation

Users expect application access across multiple devices and operating systems.

Take a faster path to SaaS with Parallels RAS

Parallels RAS enables ISVs to deliver Windows applications as centrally hosted services, creating a practical path to SaaS without rewriting existing products.

Instead of rebuilding applications from scratch, ISVs can modernize how they deliver their software, transforming traditional deployments into scalable subscription services.

What ISVs can do with Parallels RAS

Accelerate SaaS delivery

Publish Windows applications as cloud-hosted services.

Enable subscription business models

Support recurring revenue without redesigning the product architecture.

Centralize application management

Run applications in a controlled environment while simplifying updates and maintenance.

Expand customer reach

Provide secure access from any device or operating system.

Scale efficiently

Manage multiple customer environments from a unified platform.

How ISVs modernize application delivery with Parallels RAS

See how ISVs modernize application delivery with Parallels RAS.

Spindlemedia builds tax collection software used by county teams that can’t afford downtime during peak cycles. With Parallels RAS, Spindlemedia enabled cloud-based SaaS delivery—and reduced onboarding time from 12 months to a few months.

By implementing Parallels RAS, GPASoft delivered hosted enterprise resource planning (ERP) with seven servers instead of around 120 and reduced license management time by over 90%.

Mastex delivers ship management software to customers who operate in complex, security-sensitive environments. With Parallels RAS, they eliminated remote connectivity failures and improved customer experience through browser-based access.

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How Parallels RAS powers SaaS delivery for ISVs

Explore how Parallels RAS helps ISVs host Windows applications centrally and deliver them as cloud-based services with minimal redevelopment.

SaaS application delivery and management made easy

Deliver Windows applications as scalable SaaS services with centralized hosting, secure access, and simplified multi-tenant operations.

Transform Windows applications into SaaS services

Publish Windows applications as centrally hosted services without rewriting code. Deliver SaaS offerings faster while preserving existing applications and avoiding costly redevelopment.

Scale multi-tenant application delivery across customers

Host and manage multiple customer environments from a single platform. Standardize onboarding, improve update processes, and maintain consistent configurations as your SaaS customer base grows.

Deliver consistent application access across any device

Provide secure access from Windows, macOS, Linux, mobile devices, and browsers. Deliver a consistent user experience without requiring customers to standardize endpoint devices.

Centralize application execution and protect sensitive data

Run applications and store data in the data center or cloud. Enforce MFA, SSO, and role-based access policies while keeping sensitive data off unmanaged endpoints.

All the features you need to host applications and offer them as a service.

Run any Windows apps on the cloud.

Offer your applications remotely and securely, letting customers work on any device, from anywhere with internet access.
Deliver your Software as a Service.

Evolve your business and offer your applications as a service, introducing subscription-based pricing for better forecasting and a lower cost of entry for new customers.
Security and compliance at the heart.

Your customers’ data remains in the cloud and not on local devices. Parallels offers further security with specific features for secure user access at the end point.
Simple and cost-effective licensing.

Parallels offers competitive, straightforward licensing options to ensure you get the most value with no hidden costs.
Little-to-no recoding needed.

Deploy in hours and not weeks with little application development needed to host your applications remotely.
Centralize IT infrastructure to reduce biz-ops.

Simplify business operations by reducing the number of different systems, tools, and locations that software developers need to manage.

Is Parallels RAS right for your ISV business?

If you want to transform a Windows application into a SaaS offering without rewriting the code
If your customers need secure access to applications from multiple devices and operating systems
If you manage multiple customer environments and need simpler multi-tenant operations
If onboarding new customers takes too long or requires complex infrastructure setup
If Citrix complexity, legacy VDI stacks, or high infrastructure costs are limiting SaaS scalability

Yes, Parallels RAS is right for you.

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Frequently asked questions

How does Parallels RAS help ISVs deliver SaaS without rewriting applications?

Parallels RAS enables ISVs to publish Windows applications as centrally hosted services. This allows software vendors to offer SaaS-style delivery while preserving their existing application architecture, avoiding the time, cost, and risk of rewriting mature products into fully web-based platforms.

How does Parallels RAS support multi-tenant SaaS environments?

Parallels RAS allows ISVs to manage multiple customer environments from a single platform. Administrators can standardize provisioning, isolate tenants, control access policies, and monitor usage across customers while maintaining operational efficiency as the SaaS customer base grows.

Can customers access ISV applications from any device?

Yes. Parallels RAS supports application access from Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and modern web browsers through an HTML5 gateway. This enables ISVs to deliver consistent application experiences without building and maintaining separate clients for every operating system.

How does Parallels RAS improve operational efficiency for ISV teams?

Parallels RAS centralizes application publishing, monitoring, updates, and access control in a single management console. This reduces infrastructure complexity, simplifies ongoing operations, and allows engineering and IT teams to support more customers with fewer resources.

Does Parallels RAS support hybrid cloud deployment models for ISVs?

Yes. Parallels RAS supports on-premises, public cloud, private cloud, and hybrid deployments. ISVs can deliver applications from the infrastructure that best fits their business model while supporting customers with different security, compliance, or hosting requirements.

How does Parallels RAS help reduce SaaS infrastructure costs?

Parallels RAS uses a lightweight architecture that reduces server requirements and operational overhead compared to traditional VDI stacks. ISVs can deliver applications efficiently while maintaining predictable licensing and infrastructure costs as their SaaS environments scale.