B2B Data Integration and Transformation Blog

The enterprise service bus is a relatively new addition to the B2B integration space; it has been around since the beginning of the 21st century. However, since its arrival on the scene, it has become a part of the landscape. However, not everyone is familiar with what an enterprise service bus is, how it developed, or its use in B2B integration.

Application program interfaces (APIs), the set of routines, protocols, and tools for building software applications, are not a new technology. However, they are being used in new ways. In fact, they play a crucial role in today’s enterprise.

IBM recently released a new version of IBM B2B Integrator and IBM File Gateway. With the announcement of the new release, they also released the end of support dates for older versions of the products.

The modern business landscape is complex. Supply chains present challenges, as do intricate partner networks. Then, there are the challenges of collaborating with vendors, suppliers, customers, and corporate affiliates.

Microsoft’s BizTalk allows organizations to automate business processes to become more efficient and profitable. Even though the most recent incarnation of BizTalk has been on the market for almost two years, potential customers are still curious about whether it is right for them.