IntegrationManager capabilities can be categorized into these areas:
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Extension of Pricefx integration solution
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This is the easiest way of getting data from customer systems into Pricefx.
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It uses integration design patterns validated by multiple projects in the field.
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Configuration templates are provided, so you can get started really fast.
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There is native integration with events generated by Pricefx; information on approving a price record or finishing price list calculation. Will allow you to react to events quickly; like exporting the price list to CSV immediately or triggering another event in the external system.
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Connected to Pricefx Support monitoring tools. Access to a large knowledge base for quick reaction in case of incidents.
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Scalability and flexibility
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Handles various input data structures (CSV, XLS, XML, web service, etc) from different data providers and/or sources.
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Increased flexibility in data load (based on events).
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Easy automation of the inbound/outbound processes which helps to reduce the costs.
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If the PraaS solution is chosen, all the installation and setup tasks are handled by Pricefx. Updates and modifications can be implemented and deployed much quicker.
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Advanced configuration features:
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Embedded Pricefx API for high-level integration function accessibility.
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Externalized properties for simple configuration.
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Spring profile support for environment-specific behavior (dev, QA, production,...).
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Executable JAR format with a Unix service wrapper.
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Re-delivery mechanism (in case an interface is temporarily unavailable).
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