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scalability

/skæləbɪlɪti/ noun · British & US
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What does scalability mean?

noun

The ability of a system, process, or product to be easily expanded or scaled up to meet increased demand, or to be easily modified to accommodate changing requirements. Scalability refers to the ability of a system to handle increased load, traffic, or complexity without a proportional increase in cost or resources.

Example

"The company's cloud-based platform was designed with scalability in mind, allowing it to handle a surge in traffic during peak holiday seasons."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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