API Integration

When changes are necessary and common development practices are not possible, API integration puts in a key to modernization. It’s the most hands-on approach to communicate on-premises systems with modern and cloud apps that accelerate digital transformation and enable new business perspectives.

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WHAT YOU GET?

Pay Back the Investment in a Short Timeframe
Faster Growth and Scalability
Digital Infrastructure That Corresponds to Current Business Needs
Streamlined Business Processes

Architecture improvements

Types of API Integration We Cover

In terms of legacy transformation, integration is a risk-reducing approach to connect data inside an organization and out. There is a couple of scenarios in which APIs can be used for systems to talk to each other.

Private API

In order to unify a tech infrastructure into a consolidated solution, we apply a private APIs integration strategy. We connect all endpoints within an organization so that you have full control of distributed data and the ability to use it more efficiently.

Partner API

If your organization works under a peer-to-peer business model or services are held in different locations, the partner API is an attractive option. It allows boosting the data exchange and seamlessly promoting cooperation.

Public API

Another approach is to insert public (third-party) APIs that bring extra functionality mainly for end-users. It’s a great opportunity to grow the solution with external interfaces, support new business models, and enter the emerging markets.

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How to Implement an API Strategy in Your Solution

Before diving into designing and implementing APIs, we identify the business specifics and tech background. As old systems are fairly complex, connectivity may require interventions into core processes. So in each case, we use the following approaches:

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Custom-build APIs

insert APIs layout

We expose the API into a separate layout (cloud-based integration platform, hybrid integration platform) to connect it to the server or database through standard protocols. In this way, we don’t violate the solution’s architecture, but expand its functionality and gain real-time data access.

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Custom-build APIs

We design custom APIs for solutions with the oldest mainframes that do not support basic protocols. This approach is especially useful to consolidate disparate applications under one roof and comply with business logic.

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LEGACY WRAPPER

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How Do I Know If My Architecture Is Ready for APIs Connection?

As we mentioned before, clunky architecture could interfere with APIs integration. Some COBOL solutions can’t connect via REST APIs, and this restricts your business. Look here for the signs that your architecture requires immediate enhancements.

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