What is iPaaS
Dec 14

What is iPaaS

An iPaaS, or integration Platform as a Service, is a platform that regulates how applications are integrated throughout an organisation. Making it easier to automate business processes and share data across applications.
 
iPaaS tools are deployed within the cloud, integrating both on-premise and cloud based business systems. With an iPaaS, users have control to develop their own integration flows and connect their chosen applications. All without installing any hardware or using complex coding.  
 
By utilising iPaaS technologies, organisations can remove manual processes and reduce dependency on spreadsheets and email. whilst increasing visibility, efficiency, and accuracy across their business.
 
Although necessary, many businesses often find the phrase “System integration” daunting. Having all your business systems synchronised seems an impossible task. Or one that would cost far too much to source a solution.
 
Without system integration organisations often use workarounds. These usually involve a lot of copy and pasting, csv files, and manual data entry. This method is not only time-consuming (which can drain business resource) but error prone. which forward thinking businesses cannot afford.
 
Both customers and employees need the efficiency that an iPaaS brings.

Why use an iPaaS?

As mentioned, an iPaaS will allow organisations to streamline their processes by integrating their business platforms. But, there are many more benefits to iPaaS that shouldn’t be overlooked.

Cost efficient

An iPaaS removes the need to recruit expensive developers to generate code for business integrations. Most platforms offer budget-friendly monthly or yearly subscriptions.

Pre-built

Integration platforms offer large catalogues of pre-built integrations to get your systems connected without any hassle.

Ease of use

iPaaS platforms often offer simple and easy to navigate user interfaces. This makes it manageable for all team members to map out integrations or edit pre-built connections.

Updates

iPaaS offers automatic, reliable, and regular updates. Meaning users will have all new features without the need to download anything.

Scalable

Businesses needn’t worry about outgrowing their iPaaS platform as they are flexible in nature. Equipped to handle any increase in data transferred or the number of systems integrated.

Conclusion

For any organisation in the 21st century having an integrated suite of business applications makes it easier to bring your people, processes, and data together in one place. Giving team members what they need, when they need it.

At Besyncly we offer a platform that connects both cloud and on-premise ecommerce, ERP, CRM and accounting systems. If your business is keen to benefit from an integration solution then why not get in touch or in the meantime visit our integration page to see what we can do.

Currently on the hunt for an iPaaS? Check out 5 Factors to Consider When Choosing an iPaaS Solution.