Discuss the fundamental advantages and disadvantages of using software as a service (SaaS) within organizations. Next, give your opinion as to why SaaS has become a common delivery model for many business applications.

According to the textbook, most experts believe that security is a concern when using a cloud computing platform, and users play an important role in its success. Imagine that you have been asked to provide suggestions for an organization that is planning to acquire a cloud computing provider. Select one (1) out of Gartner's seven (7)cloud-computing security risks, as discussed in Chapter 14 of the textbook, and suggest one (1) way in which you would negative the chosen risk for the organization for which you are working. Justify your response.