B2B Data Integration and Transformation Blog

Shakespeare once wrote, “What’s in a name? A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” Names are important; it is not just a matter of semantics. That is especially true of the types of integration an organization may need.

Are you confused about integration terminology? If so, it is likely because people use terms interchangeably when those terms actually refer to significantly different things. For instance, there are three types of integration: business, system, and data. While these terms are used interchangeably by some, they do not mean the same thing. Read on to learn what the differences are between these types of integration and why it matters.

This article, the fourth in a series about B2B integration approaches, discusses why a firm would choose a hybrid approach over other methods. For some companies, hybrid B2B integration offers the best of all possible worlds.

This article looks at what the hybrid approach is and suggests scenarios in which the hybrid approach might be the right fit for you. Read on to learn more.

In our previous post, we discussed why it makes sense for some firms to choose an on-premises B2B integration solution. However, for other organizations, other B2B integration approaches might make more sense. Sometimes, a hosted solution would be a better fit.

What comes to mind when you think about B2B integration strategies? For many companies, it is most likely budget. That is an important consideration, but it is not the only one.

One thing you should be thinking about with B2B integration is your staff. Your employees can affect what kind of B2B integration strategy you wind up implementing; their skills, the size of your workforce, and your hiring budget all play a role in which approach you take.

When considering a B2B integration strategy, it is likely that one of your major goals is to achieve a significant competitive advantage in the marketplace.

It is worth noting, though, that B2B integration does not necessarily confer a competitive edge. Choosing your integration delivery mechanism poorly could even mean you lose advantages you now have. Choosing wisely virtually ensures that you will differentiate your brand from that of competitors.