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March 2022

Microapps vs. Microservices: the Similarities and Differences

From the end user’s perspective, the microapps and microservices often seem to provide the same functionality. However, development teams need to think about microapps vs. microservices when building products. Before you commit time to microapps or microservices architecture, take some time to consider how these options will affect user experience (UX), user interface (UI), and security of your websites, web apps, and mobile apps.

What Is iPaaS? Definition and Benefits

Businesses are always looking for new and innovative ways to improve their workflow. One way to do this is by using iPaaS solutions (integration Platform as a Service). iPaaS is a platform that allows businesses to integrate different applications, making it easier for employees to share data and collaborate. This article will discuss what iPaaS is, its benefits, and some of the top providers in the industry.

DreamFactory awarded G2's Highest Honors in New Spring 2022 Report

DreamFactory is proud to announce that we’ve been awarded three of G2’s prestigious awards in the API Management category for the 2022 Spring quarter. DreamFactory has been recognized for… DreamFactory consistently achieves high ratings from customers! We currently hold a 4.5/5 star rating from customers.

Does Your Organizational Data Readiness Give Your Business a Competitive Edge?

Data drives the success of today’s businesses. Simply collecting data, however, does not mean that you can use it in ways that help your organization reach its goals. The following article discusses the role that organizational data readiness plays in your search for efficient, effective business processes at all levels of your business.

API Security In an Agile World: Here's What You Need to Know

The rise of web services creates many challenges that companies must address to avoid data breaches. Companies are embracing the power of APIs to extend their business capabilities. However, they began adopting them so quickly, security didn’t get as much attention as it deserved. Many organizations are now taking a strong look at API security to avoid being the next victim of a data breach. Here’s our take on security and what you can do to address it in your company.

Transforming a Manufacturing Chain? Consider the Benefits of APIs

Digital transformation is happening rapidly, especially following the pandemic. Those who do not implement key strategies will be left behind. Some industries are adapting more quickly than others. However, few have unlocked digital technologies’ full potential, including the manufacturing industry. Transforming a manufacturing chain requires integrating and applying advanced digital technologies, but many remain wary, despite growing evidence that digital adoption supports ongoing growth.

What Is Pervasive Connectivity?

Pervasive connectivity unifies all of your organization’s technologies and data so you don’t have to worry about whether assets integrate correctly. With pervasive connectivity, you get integrated experiences that lead to an improved user experience, data readiness, and human-computer interactions across diverse devices. API-led connectivity can contribute to your pervasive connectivity goals.

Everything Businesses Need To Know About the Digital Economy

Enterprises are spending more and more of their budgets on technologies and IT infrastructure as they invest in digital transformation. As a result, the “digital economy” — a term used to describe all the economic activity that results from digital technology spending — accounts for 9.6 percent of U.S. GDP, according to the latest statistics. But what is the digital economy, and what are the processes underpinning it?

4 Tools For Improving Developer Experience

Developers spend a lot of time worrying about UX (user experience). After all, UX is a major factor in why clients choose you to develop applications. However, DX (developer experience) is a lesser-known and incredibly important aspect of software development. Here are four ways that you as a business owner or as a developer can start improving the developer experience.

Building a Digital Transformation Blueprint

Are you looking to make your business more efficient and competitive in the digital age? If so, you need to implement a digital transformation strategy. A solid digital transformation blueprint can help your business stay ahead of the curve and keep up with the latest trends. This article will discuss what a digital transformation is and how you can implement one for your business.

What Are the Steps to Productive Complexity in Your Organization?

Can complexity be a good thing? It can be when organizations use it to their advantage. Those are the thoughts of one data integration platform, which came up with the term ‘productive complexity.’ It means organizations like yours can generate value from the complexity of your business processes, especially when it comes to data management. However, to get value from these complex processes, you need to streamline your workflows. Here are some steps to productive complexity.

The SaaS Providers Handbook for 2022

Many companies find that it is not enough to simply keep up with the competition in their industry. Such well-known organizations as Amazon and Microsoft continually expand their service offerings, making it hard to compete. Innovation continues to be a huge buzzword in the software industry. Tech companies need a reliable way to provide clients with what they need most, which is service wherever and whenever they need it. One industry that does this best is the SaaS (Software as a Service) space.

The Top 10 Benefits of Retail Digital Transformation

There is no doubt that eCommerce is a staple in the economy post-COVID, which is why omnichannel retail will continue to be a competitive advantage moving forward. Over the past decade, online shopping channels have transitioned from an attractive option to a requirement — but this is just the beginning. You can effectively collect, integrate, and act on customer data through greater business intelligence by implementing digital technologies into your overall retail strategy.

Best Big Data API Management Platforms

Every time someone uses an app, information travels from a database to the user via an API. Single instances may not seem very important. As long as they perform the required task, people don’t think too much about how applications work. From a business perspective, the big data flowing through APIs could unlock important knowledge that helps tap into emerging trends and target customers better. To get the best results, companies need the best big data API management.