What factors influence the choice of authorization design in SaaS?

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  1. Cerbos

    “Key factors influencing SaaS authorization design include system complexity, scalability requirements, and granularity of permissions needed. Simple systems may suit ACL; RBAC works well for role-based structures, while ABAC is ideal for context-sensitive, detailed permissions. Considerations like maintenance effort, business growth projections, and security requirements also play crucial roles in selecting an effective and sustainable authorization model.”

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