APIs are crucial for system integrators and value-added resellers (VARs) to connect different components and bring value to their customers.
System integrators design systems using a mix of software, hardware, networking, and storage from various vendors, connecting them to work together efficiently.
Value-added resellers (VARs) enhance third-party tools and resources before reselling them, providing consultation and maintenance services.
While VARs focus on reselling software and hardware, system integrators focus on designing tools to make systems work, with both utilizing APIs.
System integrators like Azumo use APIs for API-first design, microservices, and containerization to help clients with DevOps and product delivery.
Azumo's work with Angle Health showcases using APIs for React website development and backend systems to ensure data privacy compliance.
System integrators can use APIs to automate compliance processes based on location detection and efficiently handle data transmissions to multiple locations.
Workato, an integration-platform-as-a-service provider, exemplifies how system integrators can connect platforms like Salesforce and Marketo using APIs for streamlined processes.
Intelligent use of APIs by system integrators and VARs can lead to task automation, improved communication between tools, enhanced customer service, and faster product launches.
Pairing APIs with proper security measures like customer identity and access management (CIAM) is essential for efficient, secure, and user-friendly system integrations and VAR services.