APIs vs. EDIs: Which Choice is Best?
A seamless data flow is vital for consumer-packaged goods (CPG) manufacturers, insurance companies, government agencies and other organizations that largely rely on legacy technology. But what powers the exchange of information? Two main technologies—APIs (application program interfaces) and EDIs (electronic data interchanges)—play a role in data transfer, but their capabilities and benefits differ widely. For companies looking to modernize, one stands out.
What StarfishETL’s AI Features Mean for You
StarfishETL, the low-code integration platform known for its user-friendly interface, just announced a game-changer for data analysts and business users: a suite of AI-powered features!
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4 Strategies for Integrating Complex Entity Relationships Across Systems
The StarfishETL team is no stranger to complex integrations, so we are excited to share these four strategies for making your integration journey a little smoother. Let’s go!
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4 Ways to Lower the Cost of Your Infor Syteline and Non-Infor CRM Integration
Infor Syteline and Infor CRM integration is free in the cloud, but it is an extra charge for on-premises customers. If you aren’t using Infor CRM and want to integrate, you must use another tool. This blog explores the integration of Infor Syteline with a non-Infor CRM and offers our top five…
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Cutting Manufacturing Complexity with MES-ERP Integration
Connecting Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) with a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) gives manufacturers the data they need to eliminate bottlenecks and deliver on production goals. But how exactly does MES-ERP integration cut manufacturing complexity? How can manufacturers prepare for MES…
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Preparing Your Data for Integration: A Must-Have Checklist for Success
Before embarking on your data integration journey, it’s crucial to ensure your data is primed for the seamless transition you are aiming for. Here’s a comprehensive checklist to help determine if your data is ready for an integration project.
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Understanding Data Mapping: A Crucial Tool for Modern Businesses
As organizations generate and accumulate vast amounts of data from various sources, the need to manage this data effectively becomes paramount. One key process that helps in efficiently handling this data is data mapping. But what exactly is data mapping, and why is it so important? Let’s dive into…
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Leveraging Machine Learning Capabilities With Python in 2024
Discover the latest trends and techniques for leveraging Python in machine learning applications. From AutoML to model explainability, stay ahead in 2024's dynamic AI landscape.
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What is ETL and What can it do?
What exactly is meant by “Extract, Transform, Load”? How do each of these stages contribute to a seamless integration project? Here’s a quick breakdown.
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3 Early Warning Signs of Data Integration Disaster
Whatever the reason may be, the goal is to walk away from the project with a new level of efficiency, innovation, and competitive advantage. Unfortunately, not every project enjoys those outcomes. In fact, some studies estimate more than 80% of all integration projects fail. Don’t start panicking…
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Optimizing Mortgage Operations with LOS and CRM Integration
The data in each of these systems is useful on its own, but far more powerful when combined and accessible between marketing and product teams. Let’s learn more about why mortgage operations are optimized through LOS and CRM integration.
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The Intersection of AI and Data Integration and What it Means for your Future Projects
AI and machine learning are making it easier for businesses to leverage their data intelligence and expand on the benefits of integration. Let’s look at how AI and data integration intersect and what those applications might mean for your future projects.
What Drives Up the Cost of Integration? Factors You Should Know
Integration costs aren't always black and white. Avoid any surprises on the price of your integration by being aware of all possible cost drivers. Here are some of the biggest factors that can drive up the cost of integration.
Enhancing Patient Care: 6 Key CRM Integrations for Modern Healthcare Providers
As the healthcare market caters to evolving patient demands, integrating CRM with other applications becomes essential. Integrated platforms support healthcare operations by improving the patient experience, facilitating faster payment turnarounds, increasing coding accuracy, simplifying referrals…
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Popular Finserv Integrations to Supercharge Operations
StarfishETL integrates applications for banks, insurance agencies, investment management companies, wealth management firms, lenders, and others in the industry. To supercharge operations, Finservs are connecting applications across the spectrum. Here are the most popular Finserv integrations we…
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9 Must-Have Integrations for the Manufacturing Industry
As global manufacturing searches for stabilization, a digital revolution is underway. Manufacturers already rely on multiple software applications to meet competitive standards, but to solidify their future, they must integrate. Here are the must-have integrations they’re prioritizing:
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Don't Let These CRM Challenges Hold Your Small Business Back
CRM is a critical component of any business strategy, but small businesses face unique challenges that can prevent them from enjoying its full benefits. By addressing these challenges, small businesses can improve their CRM strategy, enhance customer relationships, and drive sales growth. Overcoming these hurdles takes the right tools, technical resources, and strategies.
Mitigate Risk for Your Software Go-Live
Ageing systems will eventually require significant upgrades or total replacement. Whether you’re migrating to a new solution or managing a complex upgrade, there will always be risks involved. Your teams should understand what’s at stake from both a business and technical perspective and know the…
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Watch for These Intelligent Automation Trends in 2023-2024
Intelligent automation has already revolutionized the way we conduct business. It has minimized waste, cut down on labor costs, made customized products and services more attainable, and improved workplace safety. The use of intelligent automation continues to evolve, and it’s presenting new…
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How StarfishETL Helped an Office Furniture Retailer Monitor Customer Data More Effectively
As an iPaaS (Integration Platform as a Service), StarfishETL was agile enough to create the data connections Rework demanded in its current state, but also scalable enough to adapt when the company’s needs shifted. Combining rich CRM sales data, marketing intent data, and real-time website…
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How an iPaaS Protects Sensitive Data and Complies with Privacy Regulations
Sharing information between applications can help businesses scale, but without proper compliance and privacy, costs may outweigh benefits. An iPaaS protects sensitive data so businesses can enjoy more benefits with less risk. We’ll highlight how in this post.
How iPaaS Speeds Up Integrations for Better Outcomes
Everybody wants to enjoy the benefits of integration as soon as possible. The whole point of the process is to squeeze the most value out of data spread across systems. However, integration projects aren’t always as smooth and speedy as everybody would like. Because every business has unique…
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HR Integration: Benefits, Challenges, and Types
HR teams are expert jugglers. However, as companies expand and HR responsibilities become more complex, the standard capabilities of the HR solution aren’t always enough. Teams need increased functionality, smarter reporting options, and easier access to data. Integrating your HR system is a…
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Fuel Descriptive, Predictive, and Prescriptive Analytics with Integration
Data-forward businesses use analytics to drive their decision making. The meaning behind those analytics requires teams to look at the past, the present, and the future. That’s where descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics models come into play. Each of these analytics types serves a different purpose and is informed through integration. Let’s look at how we can fuel descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics with integration for streamlined and simplified decision making.
Maintaining Data Governance During Your Integration
Data governance is a multi-level, multi-departmental effort. It’s defined by how data is ingested into systems, how data is retained and stored throughout systems, how it’s shared, how it’s archived and backed-up, recovered, and deleted. Data integration ingests and shares data between solutions…
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