In the future Microsoft will bring the software to the browser

With co-founder and chairman Bill Gates of his day to day role of Microsoft, and Ray Ozzie firmly in the seat of chief software architect, in Redmond company was veering in a new direction, as far as software development. In this sense, the future strategy is determined not by removing the browser software in software as a service approach, but it is actually determined by the need to maintain Microsoft's deep roots on the desktop, and also to allow for sufficient flexibility. The software giant is firmly anchored on the desktop, mainly through its leading products, Windows and Office, but that does not mean that it is to reach the cloud.

"Microsoft is aware that the development of the software industry will reach far beyond just the browser software," explained John Zanni, general manager of Worldwide Hosting Microsoft. In Redmand company already appears to be on the right path. Since the introduction of software Microsoft + services of Incubation Center program back in October 2008, in excess of 550 independent software suppliers have jumped on board the company's S + S wagon. Even old SaaS Incubation Center Program label was dropped in favor of S + C.

"Microsoft envisions a world of software and services, which consists of a unique combination of traditional applications and services available through the Internet. With the launch of Incubation Center Program, Microsoft recognizes that partnerships will be critical for ISVs to be successful in new world of software plus services. Now, through the huge success of this program, there is no doubt that the development of an integrated ecosystem plays an essential role in helping ISVs deploy services based applications," added Zanni.

Currently, the recipe that Microsoft offers ISV partners involved in the Windows platform, acting stressing layer, with online services, building on top. The company is focused on providing ISVs with the necessary support in terms of infrastructure, consultancy and through licensing of software + services Incubation Center program. Not less than 20 Katrina scope centres across Europe, North America and Asia come together to form the Microsoft software + services Incubation Center program.