22nd November 2023
In the dynamic landscape of modern technology, cloud computing has emerged as a pivotal force reshaping the way businesses and individuals manage, process, and store data. At its core, cloud computing refers to the delivery of computing services—such as storage, processing power, and applications—over the internet. Cloud services offer a flexible and cost-effective solution, enabling [...]
18th September 2023
Boomi and Azure: comparing the iPaaS platforms
In the integration platform as a service (iPaaS) space, Microsoft Azure and Boomi are two of the top considerations for customers looking for the best integration solution. As a systems integrator with deep knowledge of both systems, we take a dive into the features, pros, and cons of both, so your business can decide which [...]
28th June 2023
What is enterprise data integration?
With companies increasingly having to store and access large amounts of data, managing it effectively has become difficult. This holds true for companies that have data spread across various systems, held in separate locations. Enterprise data integration is a way of unifying these disparate data sets in a single location. The "enterprise" classification infers that [...]
11th May 2023
Why your business needs CRM integration
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) is the process of recording and understanding how customers interact with your business. Importantly, organisations need to implement CRM integration, which means connecting all data sources within the business. By ensuring CRM integration is fully realised in your business, you will get the most out of your base CRM solution. CRM [...]
26th November 2020
Top 4 ways to optimise your consumer experience with customer data integration
In an age of abundant customer data, it’s essential that businesses can manage and utilise this data to their advantage. Strategic use of ETL solutions helps collect data from potentially hundreds of sources and reformat it into actionable reports. This brings tangible benefits in the form of speed, savings, with strong customer data integration. Here's [...]
5th November 2020
Using SOAP API integration to modernise legacy systems
The need to squeeze extra value from outdated software is a challenge we see often as systems integration experts. And with flexible technologies like Azure Integration Services, this modernisation is faster and more cost-effective than ever. In this article we’re going to focus on using Microsoft Azure to achieve SOAP API integration. While SOAP was [...]
27th October 2020
SharePoint 2010 end of life: making a seamless upgrade or migration
There's only a short while left until SharePoint 2010 end of life on 13 April, 2021. That means time is running out to make a successful SharePoint 2010 migration or upgrade. But don't worry — there's no need to panic. With the right expertise, you can make a flawless transition to a supported SharePoint version [...]
16th October 2020
Benefits of using Microsoft Azure API Management
We've all seen how companies like Netflix and Stripe have benefited from API-led integration. APIs are the tool that enterprises use to enable digital interaction with their customers, employees, and partners. But manually ensuring the security and performance of hundreds of APIs is a time-consuming task. That's why API management platforms are such a vital [...]
7th October 2020
How an NHS Test and Trace Excel error lost 16,000 COVID-19 cases
As systems integration experts, we normally focus on the positives of integration: better business efficiency, higher customer retention, and greater data security. But sometimes it's worth talking about the dark side — what happens when digital integration goes wrong? In the case of the NHS Test and Trace Excel error, the answer is: thousands of [...]
7th October 2020
Top four benefits of Microsoft Azure Logic Apps
Microsoft Azure Logic Apps is an ideal solution for businesses looking to integrate all kinds of business software. It charges based on consumption, which makes it a cost-effective solution that grows in tandem with your business. It’s easy to use, requires little to no coding or maintenance, and connects with almost anything. In essence, Logic […]