The Client is a renowned worldwide technology distributor specializing in unified communications, network infrastructure, data center, and security solutions. Operating in over 70 countries, the company boasts a vast network of specialized dealers, enabling its global presence. Leveraging its extensive cloud capabilities, development resources, and services, the client plays a crucial role in revolutionizing the technology supply chain. With a strong track record of over 30 years and an annual revenue surpassing US$ 3 billion, the company combines deep industry knowledge with exceptional technical expertise to drive success for both vendors and partners.
The Boomi platform is enriched with the NetSuite’s SuiteSuccess accelerator which will boost business efficiency and increase the time-to-value: http://bit.ly/2XsueCh
Cloud transformation is about new possibilities but it also poses big challenges, especially around security and systems management. The proliferation of new cloud apps and connected devices has led to the disappearance of network perimeters as workers use increasingly personal devices to connect to enterprise systems from any location. As a result,
organizations have less visibility into which resources their applications are using and who is doing what, where, and when.
MuleSoft Meetup Singapore Dec 21 - API Monetisation with HyperCurrent & EDA w...Julian Douch
Presentation from the 4th and final virtual meetup of 2021 on Tuesday 14th December - recording of the session available on YouTube (https://youtu.be/Umgbx7yahcc)
Jason Cumberland and John D'Meric, Co-founders of HyperCurrent, provided insight and understanding to the topic of API Monetisation, discussing the strategies and approaches Customers are taking, and how their HyperCurrent platform can accelerate the monetisation initiatives .
The HyperCurrent team were followed by Ken Chang, Technical Architect at MuleSoft. With his second talk of the year, Ken provided a look Event Driven Architecture with Salesforce + MuleSoft, specifically Salesforce Platform Events, how they can be used, and how to integrate them into your enterprise Event Driven Architecture with MuleSoft.
Two great topics and presentations to cap off another meetup year - enjoy the recording of the session on YouTube and look out for the next session in March 2022.
API Ecosystem Management for a Global Technology Distributor
In today's interconnected digital world, managing an API ecosystem has become essential for businesses, especially for global technology distributors. An API (Application Programming Interface) ecosystem refers to a collection of APIs that enable seamless integration and data exchange between different systems, applications, and platforms. It plays a crucial role in facilitating business interactions, driving innovation, and creating value for customers and partners.
For a global technology distributor, effectively managing its API ecosystem is paramount for success. Here's how API ecosystem management can benefit a global technology distributor:
1. Streamlined Integration: With a well-managed API ecosystem, a technology distributor can easily integrate its systems, applications, and platforms with those of its partners, suppliers, and customers. This allows for smooth data exchange, seamless transactions, and improved operational efficiency.
2. Enhanced Collaboration: An API ecosystem enables effective collaboration with external stakeholders, such as developers, technology vendors, and service providers. By providing well-documented APIs, the distributor can foster collaboration and innovation, allowing partners to build value-added solutions on top of its platform.
3. Expanded Reach: By exposing APIs to external developers and partners, a global technology distributor can extend its reach and tap into new markets and customer segments. This can lead to increased revenue opportunities and business growth.
4. Improved Customer Experience: APIs enable the distributor to offer a seamless customer experience by integrating its technology solutions with those of its partners and third-party applications. This integration allows customers to access a comprehensive suite of services and products in a unified manner, enhancing convenience and satisfaction.
5. Agility and Innovation: An API ecosystem provides the foundation for agility and innovation within the distributor's operations. By embracing an open and modular approach, the distributor can quickly adapt to market changes, incorporate new technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to its customers.
6. Monetization Opportunities: A well-managed API ecosystem opens up monetization opportunities for the global technology distributor. By offering APIs as products or services, the distributor can create new revenue streams, establish partnerships with developers and businesses, and capitalize on the value of its data and technology assets.
7. Security and Governance: Effective API ecosystem management includes robust security measures and governance processes. This ensures that data and transactions are protected, compliance requirements are met, and risks are minimized. It helps maintain trust among stakeholders and protects the reputation of the distributor.
In summary, API ecosystem management plays a vital role for global
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The Boomi platform is enriched with the NetSuite’s SuiteSuccess accelerator which will boost business efficiency and increase the time-to-value: http://bit.ly/2XsueCh
Cloud transformation is about new possibilities but it also poses big challenges, especially around security and systems management. The proliferation of new cloud apps and connected devices has led to the disappearance of network perimeters as workers use increasingly personal devices to connect to enterprise systems from any location. As a result,
organizations have less visibility into which resources their applications are using and who is doing what, where, and when.
MuleSoft Meetup Singapore Dec 21 - API Monetisation with HyperCurrent & EDA w...Julian Douch
Presentation from the 4th and final virtual meetup of 2021 on Tuesday 14th December - recording of the session available on YouTube (https://youtu.be/Umgbx7yahcc)
Jason Cumberland and John D'Meric, Co-founders of HyperCurrent, provided insight and understanding to the topic of API Monetisation, discussing the strategies and approaches Customers are taking, and how their HyperCurrent platform can accelerate the monetisation initiatives .
The HyperCurrent team were followed by Ken Chang, Technical Architect at MuleSoft. With his second talk of the year, Ken provided a look Event Driven Architecture with Salesforce + MuleSoft, specifically Salesforce Platform Events, how they can be used, and how to integrate them into your enterprise Event Driven Architecture with MuleSoft.
Two great topics and presentations to cap off another meetup year - enjoy the recording of the session on YouTube and look out for the next session in March 2022.
API Ecosystem Management for a Global Technology Distributor
In today's interconnected digital world, managing an API ecosystem has become essential for businesses, especially for global technology distributors. An API (Application Programming Interface) ecosystem refers to a collection of APIs that enable seamless integration and data exchange between different systems, applications, and platforms. It plays a crucial role in facilitating business interactions, driving innovation, and creating value for customers and partners.
For a global technology distributor, effectively managing its API ecosystem is paramount for success. Here's how API ecosystem management can benefit a global technology distributor:
1. Streamlined Integration: With a well-managed API ecosystem, a technology distributor can easily integrate its systems, applications, and platforms with those of its partners, suppliers, and customers. This allows for smooth data exchange, seamless transactions, and improved operational efficiency.
2. Enhanced Collaboration: An API ecosystem enables effective collaboration with external stakeholders, such as developers, technology vendors, and service providers. By providing well-documented APIs, the distributor can foster collaboration and innovation, allowing partners to build value-added solutions on top of its platform.
3. Expanded Reach: By exposing APIs to external developers and partners, a global technology distributor can extend its reach and tap into new markets and customer segments. This can lead to increased revenue opportunities and business growth.
4. Improved Customer Experience: APIs enable the distributor to offer a seamless customer experience by integrating its technology solutions with those of its partners and third-party applications. This integration allows customers to access a comprehensive suite of services and products in a unified manner, enhancing convenience and satisfaction.
5. Agility and Innovation: An API ecosystem provides the foundation for agility and innovation within the distributor's operations. By embracing an open and modular approach, the distributor can quickly adapt to market changes, incorporate new technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to its customers.
6. Monetization Opportunities: A well-managed API ecosystem opens up monetization opportunities for the global technology distributor. By offering APIs as products or services, the distributor can create new revenue streams, establish partnerships with developers and businesses, and capitalize on the value of its data and technology assets.
7. Security and Governance: Effective API ecosystem management includes robust security measures and governance processes. This ensures that data and transactions are protected, compliance requirements are met, and risks are minimized. It helps maintain trust among stakeholders and protects the reputation of the distributor.
In summary, API ecosystem management plays a vital role for global
Minimize complexities with ServiceNow Integration Hub and Creator Workflows.pdfAelum Consulting
The ServiceNow Integration Hub is an all-encompassing solution that allows entities to link and incorporate their ServiceNow instance with various third-party applications and platforms. Workflow automation necessitates the integration of several apps, services, channels, and data sources. The Integration Hub allows enterprises to establish scalable connections, processes, and integrations that can be easily customized and modified to meet their demands.
Case Study: E&T Plastics Reduces Risk and Takes Control with NetSuite from MIBARMIBAR.net
Customer Profile:
E&T Plastics was faced with aging hardware and software that was no longer supported by their relevant providers. While MIBAR.net is fully committed to supporting their clients, when Microsoft ended support for SQL server 2005 and FoxPro (the language of business application, AccountMate, was written in) it presented too much risk to the company’s business continuity to ignore. Such excessive levels of risk, coupled with the increasing possibility of encountering larger problems that were beyond MIBAR’s ability to resolve, were a reason for MIBAR to strongly recommend to E&T that it was time to move on.
Given the long standing business relationship that had developed over 17 years of service and partnership with MIBAR.net, E&T Plastics trusted the team to explore implementing an industry leading cloud solution from Oracle.
MIBAR’s NetSuite recommendation was rooted in its deep understanding of E&T’s operational business challenges and started with the premise that a new solution needed to be agile and offer centralized reporting across all nine North American subsidiaries.
See what we did and how we helped E&T become more agile by reading the entire case study.
Five Priorities for Quality Engineering When Taking Banking to the CloudCognizant
As banks move to cloud-based banking platforms for lower costs and greater agility, they must seamlessly integrate technologies and workflows while ensuring security, performance and an enhanced user experience. Here are five ways cloud-focused quality assurance helps banks maximize the benefits.
The OpenText™ AppWorks™ Platform is the ideal solution to build new business applications and new business processes faster and in a simplified way. The solution leverages prior investments in enterprise software and legacy systems to bring together all existing IT assets and empowers the organization with the ability to monitor the entire enterprise under one platform.
NetSuite ERP provides comprehensive, proven
financial/ERP capabilities that integrate with your broader back-office, sales and service processes. Check our what Netsuite Philippines | CloudTech can do for you and your business enterprise at www.cloudtecherp.com.
An introduction to Equipment Integration (Device-as-a-Service)AcuitiLabs
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Visit the blog - https://lnkd.in/dBH2d2qr
Every year NetSuite releases 2 major Upgrades & NetSuite 2022 Release 1 (NetSuite 2022.1) is here! These upgrades are meant to improve your existing processes, so testing these changes is crucial. We can’t stress the importance of testing them to ensure they do not interfere with your existing functionality.
In this document, you will have access to the summary of the new features and functionalities that come with the latest Release, 2022.1
The summary of the NetSuite 2022.1 Release is as follows:
For an Overview of a few new features, a list of specific Industries, and the new features that can benefit from the NetSuite 2022.1 Release, check out the NetSuite 2022.1 FAQ.
These KPIs can be wholly customized to showcase only the most relevant information to the project. Custom notifications can also be set up that trigger whenever a specific criterion is met.
Project 360 provides an invoice presentation template for Users to send custom invoices based on project or other factors per individual customer needs.
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Data integration software platforms are on the rise; inculcating our best data integration platforms gives you an edge over the competition. Learn more.
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Manufacturing companies have traditionally
had an on-again-off-again relationship with
technology. However, the paradigm shift driven
by global manufacturing and distribution,
combined with rapid digital innovation, is
changing this equation.
Manufacturing companies have traditionally
had an on-again-off-again relationship with
technology. However, the paradigm shift driven
by global manufacturing and distribution,
combined with rapid digital innovation, is
changing this equation. Deloitte’s 2016 MHI
survey reveals that 83% of manufacturing
organizations believe investing in key digital
technologies such as IoT, robotics, Big
Data, cloud computing, etc. will be key to
competitive advantage in the near future.1
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The OpenText™ AppWorks™ Platform is the ideal solution to build new business applications and new business processes faster and in a simplified way. The solution leverages prior investments in enterprise software and legacy systems to bring together all existing IT assets and empowers the organization with the ability to monitor the entire enterprise under one platform.
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An introduction to Equipment Integration (Device-as-a-Service)AcuitiLabs
Here's our latest blog on ‘Equipment Integration’ that SAP introduced in response to changing customer behavior and evolution in subscription business models.
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Every year NetSuite releases 2 major Upgrades & NetSuite 2022 Release 1 (NetSuite 2022.1) is here! These upgrades are meant to improve your existing processes, so testing these changes is crucial. We can’t stress the importance of testing them to ensure they do not interfere with your existing functionality.
In this document, you will have access to the summary of the new features and functionalities that come with the latest Release, 2022.1
The summary of the NetSuite 2022.1 Release is as follows:
For an Overview of a few new features, a list of specific Industries, and the new features that can benefit from the NetSuite 2022.1 Release, check out the NetSuite 2022.1 FAQ.
These KPIs can be wholly customized to showcase only the most relevant information to the project. Custom notifications can also be set up that trigger whenever a specific criterion is met.
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The Business Conundrum Facing Manufacturers
Manufacturing companies have traditionally
had an on-again-off-again relationship with
technology. However, the paradigm shift driven
by global manufacturing and distribution,
combined with rapid digital innovation, is
changing this equation.
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had an on-again-off-again relationship with
technology. However, the paradigm shift driven
by global manufacturing and distribution,
combined with rapid digital innovation, is
changing this equation. Deloitte’s 2016 MHI
survey reveals that 83% of manufacturing
organizations believe investing in key digital
technologies such as IoT, robotics, Big
Data, cloud computing, etc. will be key to
competitive advantage in the near future.1
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Speakers:
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Session Overview
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Neuro-symbolic (NeSy) AI is on the rise. However, simply machine learning on just any symbolic structure is not sufficient to really harvest the gains of NeSy. These will only be gained when the symbolic structures have an actual semantics. I give an operational definition of semantics as “predictable inference”.
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1. Ph:+1 281 829 4831 info@techwave.net
Leading Technology Distribution
Player
CASE STUDY
About Client
The Client is a renowned worldwide technology distributor
specializing in unified communications, network infrastructure,
data center, and security solutions. Operating in over 70
countries, the company boasts a vast network of specialized
dealers, enabling its global presence. Leveraging its extensive
cloud capabilities, development resources, and services, the
client plays a crucial role in revolutionizing the technology
supply chain. With a strong track record of over 30 years and
an annual revenue surpassing US$ 3 billion, the company
combines deep industry knowledge with exceptional technical
expertise to drive success for both vendors and partners.
Executive Summary
There were significant challenges and obstacles related to
product onboarding and adherence to specific business rules
within the BlueSky platform. These difficulties had a
detrimental impact on their day-to-day business operations.
Additionally, integrating the Partner View functionality with
BlueSky posed another major hurdle. To overcome these
issues, the client sought the assistance of Techwave.
Techwave.net
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BlueSky serves as client's comprehensive platform and B2B Portal, streamlining essential
processes such as procurement, provisioning, billing, and analytics throughout the entire cloud
supply chain. With a specific focus on cloud products, BlueSky plays a crucial role in managing
billing operations effectively. Also referred to as BS 2.0/VPS (Vendor Provisioning Services),
BlueSky acts as the central system that connects and integrates with various vendor systems
for provisioning purposes. It facilitates seamless vendor integrations for all products and offers
different user interfaces to present these products. Acting as a master subscription system,
BlueSky maintains a comprehensive product catalog with configurations and retrieves pricing
information from SAP through queries.
The company utilizes the UI to manage different phases of operations, including order
placement, order approval, and generation of reports for billing purposes. It's worth noting that
America region operates independently and employs BS 1, while separate divisions for EMEA
and APAC have their own ERP systems.
SAP plays a critical role in supplying materials and reseller information to BlueSky, including the
material master for SKU prices and foreign currency exchange rates. On the other hand, Partner
View primarily focuses on non-cloud products like routers and switches. As part of customer's
ongoing initiatives, Partner Central is a newly introduced platform aimed at consolidating all
offerings into a unified and cohesive system.
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Techwave effectively addressed these challenges by introducing a self-service interface for the
product configurator feature. This solution enabled the client to seamlessly create new products
within the BlueSky platform while ensuring compliance with their unique business rules.
Techwave also facilitated a smooth onboarding and activation process for the newly created
products. Furthermore, they successfully implemented a single sign-on mechanism in
collaboration with their team.
In their efforts to assist the client, Techwave developed two distinct portals: Distributor and
Reseller. These portals served as interfaces through which relevant stakeholders could access
and manage their respective functionalities. To ensure up-to-date price information, BlueSky
utilized BAPIs to retrieve pricing details from SAP, with SAP serving as the authoritative source
of master data for the BlueSky platform.
Blue Sky Platform
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BlueSky was undergoing the following challenges:
Onboarding new products and enabling transactions within the BlueSky platform
Developing and implementing new products in accordance with specific business rules
within the BlueSky platform and ensuring they become active
Significant difficulties in generating various reports, including reconciliation, billing,
usage, executive reports, cloud revenue reports, and master agent report
The outdated user interface on the login page requires an upgrade
Browser compatibility issues affecting resolution and display
Performance issues, particularly in the SKU Wrapper step and SKU Hierarchy
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Client Challenges
Partner Central was encountering the following challenges:
Integration between BlueSky and Partner Central view functionality is necessary
Partner Central requires a content management system, Adobe Experience Manager
(AEM), to provide business users with flexibility and control over making minor
changes
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Techwave s Strategy and Solutions in the BlueSky project involved
various accomplishments and improvements -
In the initial phase, we provided QA support and delivered the APAC migration
successfully
Analysed and facilitated the onboarding of new products such as Avaya
Containerized IP Office, Cisco PMI, Annuity, Microsoft New Enhancements (Software
Subscriptions, Perpetual licenses, Azure Reserved Instances), Microsoft New
Commerce experience, Avaya Cloud Business, Azure Plan, and 8x8 (VoIP provider) to
transact within BlueSky
Introduced the Product Configurator feature and implemented it successfully,
allowing the creation of new products based on specific business rules within the
BlueSky platform and enabling their onboarding and activation
Made significant enhancements to various reports, including Reconciliation, Billing,
Usage, Executive Reports, Cloud Revenue Report, and Master Agent Report
Improved performance by providing support for Penetration testing
Refactored the Login Page for better functionality
Provided support and maintenance for production issues
Integrated Adobe Analytics
Conducted a complete portal refactor to address resolution issues on different
browsers, mobile devices, and tablets
Refactored the Product Configurator UI to address performance issues, specifically in
the SKU Wrapper step and SKU Hierarchy
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Techwave Strategy and Solution
Integrated Azure Auth UI and Azure API management
Implemented Single Sign-On functionality
Analyzed and developed Global Search functionality using SOLR Integration
In the Partner Central project, Techwave achieved the following -
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BLUESKY
BlueSky consists of two essential portals: the Distributor Portal and the Reseller
Portal. The Distributor Portal caters to client Account Managers, providing them
access to product catalogs, materials, SKUs, and reseller information. Account
Managers review and approve orders placed by resellers on behalf of customers,
ensuring smooth order processing.
The Reseller Portal serves as a webstore where resellers can conveniently
purchase products from the company. The client users act as intermediaries,
representing the customer in cases where direct transactions between customers
and client are not possible for the entire order flow.
SAP INTEGRATION
The integration with SAP plays a critical role in the functioning of BlueSky. The
system retrieves up-to-date price details from SAP using BAPIs. SAP serves as
the central source for all master data, including SKUs and reseller information.
However, SAP restricts the push of products related to the cloud only. The
Material master classification tab ZDW ensures access is controlled based on the
account group, segregating end customers and resellers and then pushing the
relevant information to BlueSky.
The classification of products as software or hardware is determined by the
business, and the MDM team assigns the appropriate Cloud tag in the Material
master. If a reseller or SKU is not extended to a specific sales organization, such
as ZA (South Africa), the MDM team ensures it is extended to enable transactions
in that particular sales organization.
BILLING
Billing within BlueSky is managed through Cloud Billing Services, a separate
system. The cutomer staff downloads vendor billing files, which are then
uploaded to automatically generate sales orders and invoices in SAP. Cloud
products are billed in arrears rather than upfront. Vendors provide information to
the client regarding what needs to be billed and to which customer, typically at the
end of the first month of the subscription. Vendor billing and reconciliation files
are then processed for subsequent months throughout the subscription duration.
BlueSky retrieves invoice information from SAP and passes it to CBS (Cloud
Billing Services) to create the invoices.
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Business Impact
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AUTHENTICATION
Techwave, with its team of experts, excels in API design, building, and implementing API
Management Suite in Azure with seamless integration with SAP and Hybris systems. As
demonstrated through the mentioned solutions, Techwave has exhibited proficiency in Azure, and
SAP, catering to both internal and external applications, and delivering innovative solutions to
address the client's specific business needs and enhance operational efficiency. This has resulted
in increased productivity gains and optimal utilization of the implemented business applications.
Additionally, Techwave offers comprehensive application support and maintenance services,
ensuring the client's systems remain operational and supported in the long run.
Why Choose Techwave?
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