Why We're Betting on Ownership as a Service
The subscription economy has a problem — and customers are starting to notice.
Over the past decade, the software industry shifted almost entirely to subscription-based models. What started as a convenience for consumers became a cash machine for corporations. And somewhere along the way, the balance tipped too far.
The Subscription Trap
Here's the math that nobody talks about:
- A typical creative professional spends $3,000–$5,000 per year on software subscriptions
- Over five years, that's $15,000–$25,000 — with nothing to show for it
- Cancel any one of those subscriptions, and you lose access to your own projects and data
This isn't a feature. It's a trap.
A Different Model
At Ryzord, we're building around a concept we call Ownership as a Service (OaaS).
The idea is straightforward:
- You buy software once — like you used to
- You get all updates — because good software should keep getting better
- You keep it forever — because it's yours
We still provide cloud services where it makes sense, but always as an option — never a requirement. And when you do use our services, you pay for what you use with credit packs, not open-ended subscriptions.
Why Now
The market is shifting. Consumers are experiencing subscription fatigue. Businesses are cutting recurring costs. And a new generation of builders is proving that you can ship world-class software without locking customers into monthly payments.
Ryzord is positioning itself at the center of this shift.
Join the Movement
We're building something different, and we'd love for you to be part of it. Follow us on X and check back here for updates as we continue to ship.
The era of renting software is over. Welcome to the ownership era.