APIs - A Bridge to Workflow Automation
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An API allows two applications to communicate and share data. It acts as an intermediate program that handles requests between applications and facilitates the exchange of information. A request is sent by one application to the API, which then retrieves the necessary data from another source like a database and responds back to the requesting application with the information in a format it can understand and display to the user. APIs are commonly used in ERP systems to integrate with other applications and enable key functions like order management, purchasing, inventory checks, and payments by facilitating the flow of data between different programs and systems.
APIs - A Bridge to Workflow Automation
- 1. Application Programming Interface (API) is an intermediate program that allows two applications to interact with each other & share data. What is API? Examples Web App Login via Facebook, Google, Apple, Twitter etc. Weather Snippets on Android, Google and Apple devices. Booking Flights & Hotels on Booking Platforms Accessing Google Maps on Websites Payments using PayPal How Application Internet Web Server Database API Request Response Does it Work? User initiates a request for the application to perform a specific activity The application sends the request to the Web Server via API to perform the task The server retrieves the data, performs the action & sends it to the application. The application interprets & displays it in a format that is suitable for the user to consume. APIs in ERP Software Integration with Third-party Applications Retrieve ERP Data & Display on Mobile/Tablet Applications Populate Modern Dashboards & Graphical Reports Bridge the Gap between ERP & Cloud Apps Some Examples e-Commerce & Order Management Integrate with e-commerce platforms (Shopify, Magento etc.) to automate order management using APIs. APIs allows seamless data exchange between e-commerce portals and ERP software ensuring frequent order updates to customers. Purchase Management BUY APIs push PO details to supplier portals for quick goods procurement. Users can place orders from within the ERP software by creating and submitting purchase requisition with the supplier. Mobility Sales & service personnel can access ERP data on the move from their mobile/tablet devices. APIs help move data from the ERP to the mobile/tablet apps and vice versa. Customer Payments APIs enable businesses to accept customer payments directly to their bank account with the details reflecting within the ERP. APIs enable smooth information flow to and from the payment merchant to the ERP. Inventory Status Users can check inventory availability outside of the ERP with APIs. All they have to do is login to their user portal and check the inventory status. OmegaCube ERP can be easily integrated with third-party and internal applications using API technology. Contact us to know how OmegaCube ERP and APIs can streamline operations and workflows for your enterprise. © 2022 OmegaCube Technologies.All rights reserved. www.omegacube.com | (630) 250-0002 | info@omegacube.com The Bridge Between You & Workflow Automation APIs in ERP