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# Cool SaaS Factory

> DingTalk Cool SaaS Factory builds DingTalk Cool SaaS apps by combining aPaaS app production, the DingTalk PaaS foundation, and the bPaaS Cool App form factor. It offers a new low-code development model for building SaaS apps, with fast construction and easy extensibility.

**DingTalk Cool SaaS Factory**: Build DingTalk Cool SaaS apps by combining aPaaS app production, the DingTalk PaaS foundation, and the bPaaS Cool App form factor. Grow a rich digital ecosystem on the DingTalk foundation.

## Product Introduction

**An accelerator for industry solution innovation: from serving one organization to serving an entire industry**

* How do you scale from serving a single organization to serving an entire industry? DingTalk YiDA 4.0 introduces the DingTalk Cool SaaS Factory. As Ye Zhouquan puts it, "Cool SaaS is to the B2B era what Taobao brands were to the B2C era." DingTalk Cool SaaS Factory builds DingTalk Cool SaaS apps by combining aPaaS app production, the DingTalk PaaS foundation, and the bPaaS Cool App form factor, growing a rich digital ecosystem on top of the DingTalk foundation.

> Join us and become an accelerator for industry solution innovation.

Through the DingTalk YiDA SaaS Factory, more than 10 out-of-the-box SaaS solutions are already available. Find the right solution in the **DingTalk App Market** or under **YiDA Workbench Home > Recommended for you**.

## Frequently Asked Questions

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  <Accordion id="q1" title="Q: How do I apply to join the SaaS co-creation program?">
    A:

    <Steps>
      <Step title="Step 1">
        YiDA SaaS co-creation runs in batches. The first batch has ended, and the second batch has not yet opened. We will post an announcement when the next batch opens.
      </Step>

      <Step title="Step 2">
        If you plan to join the YiDA SaaS Factory later, review the beta program guidelines first. If you meet the requirements, submit the beta application form.
      </Step>

      <Step title="Step 3">
        After you submit the form, the R\&D and solution teams will evaluate your SaaS co-creation proposal. Once approved, they will contact the ISV to start co-creation.
      </Step>
    </Steps>
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion id="q2" title="Q: How do I become a product solution provider?">
    A: Refer to the ISV onboarding policy on the DingTalk Open Platform. See Onboarding as a product solution provider. After onboarding, apply for co-creation as described in Q1.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion id="q3" title="Q: What do I need to prepare before developing a SaaS app?">
    A: The organization that develops the SaaS app must be certified as a product solution provider.

    * Onboarded as a product solution provider.

    * Familiar with the SaaS app promotion and operations process on the DingTalk Open Platform.

    * Familiar with the SaaS New Product Operations Whitepaper.

    * Familiar with the DingTalk Open Platform ISV Help Center.

    * The app must support the Cool App form factor. For details on building a Cool App, see the low-code DingTalk Cool App development and design guide.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion id="q4" title="Q: What is the end-to-end design process for developing, publishing, and using a YiDA SaaS app?">
    A: See 📎627 DingTalk (YiDA) Cool SaaS Factory app developer guide outline.pdf
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion id="q5" title="Q: What features does the current YiDA SaaS foundation support?">
    A: The SaaS development workbench mirrors the existing YiDA interaction model. The following core features are supported:

    * Platform features:

    Note: Extended features such as Custom Connectors, data preparation, DataV dashboards, and custom Components are not yet supported. These will be added in future iterations.

    **Q: Can existing YiDA in-house apps be migrated to the SaaS environment?**

    A: If you meet the ISV co-creation requirements and your SaaS solution (with features that fall within the current SaaS development scope) is approved by the R\&D team, contact the R\&D team to arrange migration.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>