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A Control Systems Integrator (CSI), providing a range of planning, consulting and implementation services to industrial clients for automation and manufacturing execution systems.
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Specializes in providing systems implementation, with primary expertise in Novell and Microsoft environments.
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Offers comprehensive support, consultation and solutions for today's computing requirements.
www.abtechcomputers.com
Formerly part of Arthur Andersen worldwide, this management consulting practice provides services in areas such as customer relationship management, enterprise business solutions, finance and performance management, and collaboration and knowled...
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Provides information technology and management solutions to private and public sectors.
www.adtekcorp.com
Provides complete computer solutions to the home, business and educational markets in New York and Northern Pennsylvania, including maintenance and training.
www.advancedcomputer.com
Specializes in providing LAN/WAN access services, web site design and hosting including databases, and e-commerce for the business, engineering, medical, and professional communities.
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Provides systems and services for information publishing, specializing in designing, building, maintaining and hosting systems that support editorial and information delivery activities for electronic and paper products.
www.ais.co.uk
Designs and builds custom automated test equipment and software.
www.alliancelabs.com
Provides hardware service for all needs, from the repair of one computer to continual management of 2,000 or more units.
www.alliedcg.com
A systems integrator for the prepress industry, providing integration, training, and support for the prepress systems.
www.allsystems.com
An international provider of eBusiness consulting and systems integration services specializing in Content-Enhanced eSolutions.
www.altro.com
International provider of ebusiness consulting, software development, and systems integration services specializing in content enhanced esolutions.
www.altro.com
Provider of innovative, flexible, and cost-effective implementation and support of leading enterprise solutions from SAP, Oracle and Microsoft.
www.americanunit.com
Specialist systems integration and service company providing business-critical software to major international organizations.
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Texas based company that provides hardware and software services, network management services, asset management and system end-of-life services.
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Systems integration house specializing in securtity and software.
www.bangkoksystem.com
An information technology company offering comprehensive IT solutions for industries worldwide, with expertise in network management and administration, software development, corporate training workshops and subcontracted services.
www.c-shell.com
A systems integration firm specializing in IT strategy, PeopleSoft implementation and integration, Java architecture and development, network design and implementation, and e-commerce solutions.
www.catsysinc.com
Provides systems integration, including software design and development, consulting, training and implementation.
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Provides mission critical computer solutions to commerce, manufacturing, and government industries.
www.cemoc.co.uk
Provides services such as: OEM production, motherboard repair, hardware compatibility testing and system/component distribution.
www.censuscomputer.com
Provides companies with the ability to create a production control system integrated directly with online e-commerce capabilities.
www.cognitek.com
Provides applications implementation, software development, database administration, systems analysis and design, systems integration, and more.
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Designs, produces, and markets electronic products for the data communications, financial and ID markets.
www.commstarinc.com
Provides application development and maintenance, desktop, helpdesk, network, project management and ecommerce solutions.
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Offers single source solutions for customer's computer and systems requirements.
www.compar.com
Provides customized application development, system administration, network administration, basic desktop publishing, new computer systems and upgrades, web page development, software training, and integration.
www.comptips.com
Provides banks with information technology, offering expertise in local and wide area networks, PC-based platforms, internet technologies, most operating systems, and connectivity between various platforms.
www.compushare.com
A technical services provider, specializing in industrial automation and e-commerce based information technology "solutions" for the industry at large.
www.controldynamics.com
System integrator in Germany serving the telecommunications sector, with expertise in ISDN.
www.controlware.de
An e-business professional services firm that provides network architecture, security, and platform integration solutions.
www.coretech.com
Providing one-stop solutions to the Tri-State area, including IT staffing and help desk services.
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A full-scope, global IT services company, providing management consulting, systems development, systems integration, outsourcing, etc.
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A global systems integrator providing total integrated solutions to the Energy (Oil & Gas and Power), Chemical/Petrochemical, Water & Telemetry, Hi-Tech Electronics, Healthcare, Government and Banking & Finance sectors.
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A systems integrator based in the Washington, DC area, specializing in Novell and Microsoft network integration, internetworking, training, and various consulting services.
www.csei.com
Provides system integration and consultanting to businesses and individuals developing computer systems, networks and Web sites.
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Provides Windows NT and Novell Netware sales and installation, local and wide area network design, World Wide Web solutions and more.
www.csys.com
A network integrator and intranet solutions provider, with expertise in implementation of workflow solutions and development of commercial web applications.
www.dacomtech.com
Provides enterprise application integration, data warehousing, enterprise portal, and e-commerce solutions to businesses.
www.damanconsulting.com
An integrated service management program which integrates your business support operations under a single Datrose umbrella.
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Provides voice processing hardware for the computer telephony integrators' market at the systems provider level.
www.daxsystems.com
A full-service systems integrator, providing solutions in integration and development services, project management, application systems consulting, eCommerce, data collection systems and more.
www.decision.com
Provides software development, consulting, and mentoring to businesses.
www.devtech.com
Specializes in cross-platform integration and support of UNIX, Linux, Windows and Novell operating systems in local and wide area network environments.
www.dlpco.com
Offers expertise in hardware, operating systems and network layers, providing support for Windows 95/98, Windows NT/2000, SCO UNIX, Linux, HP/UX and Netware networks.
www.domsys.com
Seattle, Washington based company that offers solutions for hardware maintenance, product acquisition, networks, messaging applications, LAN/WAN and enterprise back-up.
www.dpes.com
Provides training, system implementation and support, specializing in Novell and Touchstone/2000.
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A technology consulting firm offering multiplatform computing solutions which include network and integration consulting, software development and project management services.
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Provides systems integration and consulting, after-care maintenance and support, and imaging solutions.
www.edge.com
Provides information technology services and systems, specializing in Oracle, Microsoft, JDEdwards, and Hyperion solutions.
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Provider of solutions designed to increase productivity including workflow, approval and email-integrated database applications.
www.epcintegration.com
Offers computer solutions specializing in client/server, advanced network computing technologies, and systems.
www.ergogroup.com
Maryland based company that specializes include IT infrastructure functions such as software engineering, electronic commerce, data warehousing and mining, enterprise migration, product fulfillment, systems integration, and, network engineering ...
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A full-service, facility management and information systems company dedicated to providing enterprise software solutions for facility management and corporate infrastructure resource management.
www.fisinc.com
Provides complete system integrations based around the Microsoft Office and BackOffice software technologies.
www.frog.co.uk
Offers services ranging from the design, development, and implementation of complex information systems to business process reengineering, policy analysis, and strategic planning.
www.fu.com
Provides systems integration services and supports multiple database backends, such as MS Acess, MS SQL, Oracle, and other ODBC compliant databases.
www.genevasystems.com
A systems integration and development team catering to small to mid-size business and technology firms.
www.gjhconsulting.com
Offers design and engineering services, data conversion services, comprehensive training services, and technical support.
www.glds.com
Offers computing solutions ranging from small business systems to large workgroup applications to scaleable enterprise UNIX. requirements.
www.gnrinc.com
Offers design and development of high performance computer products based on Intel® CPU technology.
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Offers a range of network configuration services, products and integration solutions.
www.gosuntek.com
Offers a systems engineering staff with solutions primarily comprising HBM measurement technology for integration with a wide scope of industrial test rigs.
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Provides full support, development, and systems integrations to the agricultural and construction industry.
www.hbssystems.com
A full service provider of technology for the hospitality industry, offering software, hardware and web-based solutions.
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A Pacific Rim systems integrator and maintenance provider for enterprise storage, technical computing, converged networks, and digital media systems.
www.honcad.com
A systems integrator in Dallas, Texas that specializes in Novell's IntraNetware and Windows NT Server 4.0 installations.
www.hummel.com
A performance engineering solutions company that emphasizes the delivery of proactive, predictive simulation modeling solutions to Global 2000 organizations.
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Services include ecommerce, web application development, procurement, systems integration and ebusiness solutions.
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Designs, implements, and maintains user friendly systems operating in a heterogeneous environment, specializing in integrating Microsoft and UNIX-based systems.
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A technology-driven, systems integration corporation specializing in network implementation, accounting systems and integrated office solutions.
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Internet and new media solutions provider specializing in e-Integration of business and technology.
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A systems integrator providing solutions that allow access to mission critical systems, applications and information.
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Develops custom software systems for Windows NT ands builds turnkey business-critical applications.
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A software consulting firm providing technologies to complex financial engineering problems.
www.in4reach.com
Canadian systems integrator serving analog and digital broadcast and cable television industries.
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Provides systems integration, application development, total outsourcing, on-site assignment, as well as advisory/management consulting and technical training.
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Develops and implements web solutions, client server and terminal server architectures, and offers skills focused on Oracle Designer, Developer, and Database technology.
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An information systems consulting company and network integration firm based in Reading, PA.
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Provides custom programming, specializing in development on IBM based systems.
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Discusses lightweight directory access protocol (LDAP) and extensible markup language (XML) as tools for EAI.
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Offers consultancy, solutions, outsourcing and support for customer relationship management including sales and marketing, help desk, call centres and service management.
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A manufacturer of custom computers and an authorized reseller of systems and networks from industry leaders.
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A systems integrator and engineering company specializing in factory process automation.
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A consulting and systems integration firm that specializes in the development, integration, and implementation of leading edge information technology.
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An IT solutions provider that services Federal, State, and Local Governments and Commercial Industries.
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A provider of information technology services and support; specializing in web-oriented applications development, secure network interconnectivity and information technology support.
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Offers support for the micro computer environment utilizing Microsoft NT, Windows 95, Windows 98 and Microsoft Windows applications and databases developed by Microsoft, also including Microsoft's SNA server and SQL server products running on a ...
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A software and services organization dedicated to providing merchandising solutions to the retail industry.
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Offers network design, server configuration, network cabling and installation, and more.
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Provides networking services, internet connectivity, accounts management, core message platforms, and more.
www.itmatrix.com
Provides computer hardware, network hardware, and software services to European customers and customers in the Far East.
www.itsinfonet.com
A one-stop, full-service company that creates, implements, and maintains custom internet solutions designed to meet clients' goals, budget, and schedule.
www.ivgnet.com
A resouce center for computer solutions; hosts web-sites under UNIX, Windows NT or LINUX.
www.iway.be
Provide information services to customers, including contract system administration, consulting, project management, and maintenance.
www.jsinet.com
Assists the audiovisual and communications industry by providing marketing consulting and training development to dealers and manufacturers.
www.kayye.com
Offers workflow and supply chain automation, document management and knowledge application technologies eprocurement, supply chain integration, Intranet and Extranet collaboration systems.
www.kinesis.com
Company offering systems integration, web site and database development, performance tuning, software maintenance and network support services.
www.lahoretechnologies.com
An independent Irish network integration company and supplier of high performance data communications products, offering complete design, supply, installation, maintenance, consultancy and training services for data networking and inter-networki...
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Provides customized solutions for all customers, including developers, consultants, system integraters, and project managers.
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An information technology firm providing consulting services and training in the area of Enterprise Application Integration (EAI).
www.leveragingtechnology.com
A provider of High Level Unix, Windows NT, Cisco and Internet Security Expertise on an Emergency or Scheduled Basis.
www.lgi.com
A professional systems integrator specializing in enterprise infrastructure and systems and network management.
www.lilien.com
Systems integration company providing information technology services, specializing in Internet technology.
www.linkvest.com
Offers a line of integration services to assist customers with effective utilization of available hardware and software technologies.
www.logicsys.com
Provides systems integration services, including computer-systems interface, automation and control.
www.loyola.com
An information technology consulting firm that specializes in network & systems integration, applications selection and development and the internet (high speed access, webpage design and website hosting).
www.ltsi.net
Provides network integration, including LAN/WAN hardware and software planning and installation.
www.ltsweb.net
Provides enterprise-wide solutions that are based on the SPARC architecture and the UltraSPARC processor.
www.marathon-int.com
Enables the full integration of software modules by providing software that exploits the API and RPC capabilities of software.
www.matrix-logic.com
Specializes in providing solutions based on Microsoft Windows environments. Also offers consulting, mentoring and programming services for database systems, client-server applications, office automation and local area networks.
www.mazecomputer.com
Provides implementation of new computer systems and training for company personnel.
www.megatech.com
A group of systems engineers and consultants who work in the network systems integration arena providing support, application installation and configuration to individuals and businesses.
www.miamionthenet.com
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Builds and supports information technology solutions designed specifically for business-critical requirements.
www.msiinet.com
Nonprofit consortium of enterprise application software developers formed to create common standards for the integration of enterprise business applications.
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Develops individual and integrated applications based on identified requirements, with expertise in many 3GL and 4GL languages and databases.
www.ogse.com
Technology firm that specializes in providing professional and consulting services for businesses, with expertise in programming, networking and data integration.
www.optimiz.com
Provider of enterprise system implementation and integration consulting services.
optimumsg.com
Plans, develops, designs and installs local and wide area networking solutions. Integrates ecommerce, voice, data and video requirements.
www.orangetm.com
Provides smart cards and solutions worldwide, including card equipment, systems and customized applications.
www.orga.com
Provider of systems integration and manufacturing services for the aerospace, postal automation, material handling and information systems industries.
www.owego.com
Company offers a modular software package for component and supply management (CSM); also provides systems integration services.
www.paradine.net
Provides end-to-end solutions for small businesses and branch offices, from consulting on basic computing needs to web-based applications.
www.pars.com
Full-service systems integrator providing computer, networking and general technology expertise to individuals, businesses and institutions.
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Full-service technology solutions provider offering systems integration, consulting and outsourcing services for commercial firms and government agencies.
www.pdsinc.com
Provides computer and networking services such as design, integration and support of fault-tolerant network solutions.
www.peters.com
Full-service system integrator and software developer specializing in data collection hardware and software.
www.picsnet.com
Provides a range of engineering, computing and network services.
www.pioneertechnology.com
Offers a selection of different support contracts to assist computer systems.
www.plfimaging.com
Provides information technology services, including operating systems installation, application design and development, and on site and remote support, etc.
www.powercomp-ecs.com
Specializes in providing project-designed systems and total end-to-end solutions.
www.prodesys.com
Provides the design, development and installation of accounting systems, custom software, local/wide-area networks, web pages and general business plans.
prof-comp.com
Provides network installations, upgrades, migrations, maintenance and troubleshooting, including networking OS migrations, platform changes and rehosting.
www.projectivity.com
A technology consulting firm that provides network integration, specializing in the design, configuration and implementation of local and wide area network (LAN/WAN) solutions.
www.projectleadership.net
Provides a range of information management solutions to the business community of the Delaware Valley.
www.psci.com
Provides design, development, installation, training, and maintenance for computer systems.
www.psistar.com
Provides open systems and connectivity solutions through consulting, project management and technology deployment methodologies.
www.ptech.com
Provides systems implementation, covering needs such as file storage, printing concerns, cross platform integration, communications, data movement and backup.
www.pwrsystems.com
A professional software engineering and system integration company, providing development and integration of custom and packaged software components.
www.pyrasol.com
A computer systems integrator specializing in offering consulting, training, and programming services to a wide array of companies and organizations.
www.qedinfosys.com
Provides Network Engineering and Thin-Client Sales & Services to businesses headquartered in and around Northeastern Ohio.
www.qin.com
A consulting firm and systems integrator providing solutions for companies.
www.qsilver.com
A systems integrator that designs, implements, and integrates SCADA and PIMS systems.
www.queuesys.com
Provides integrated management and control systems for a wide variety of control processes, including cogeneration operation and management services, industrial and commercial processes, and environmental control and operation systems.
www.rckcontrols.com
A computer consulting and drafting service firm with expertise in network design and integration for local and wide area networks.
www.reiterwerk.com
Specializes in the design, development and implementation of n-tier applications utilizing Oracle and a myriad of development environments.
www.sage-tech.com
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Provides project design, implementation, training and ongoing support for businesses.
www.sdgky.com
Offers services from leading-edge solutions to ongoing support, including a variety of integrated services designed to build complete solutions.
www.sentinel.com
Provides complete turnkey system engineering and consulting services to meet automation needs.
www.sequentialautomation.com
Provides Hardware/Software integrated products such as BedNet bedside monitoring systems and NetCare remote monitoring systems.
www.sined.net
Offers services from fine tuning a current system, to the implementation of sophisticated Internet/intranet solutions, to web design and hosting.
www.singular.com
A technology solutions provider of outsourcing services; focusing on infrastructure management and technical services solutions.
www.smsweb.com
A consulting and integration team with experience in designing, implementing, and managing networks for Fortune 1000 companies.
www.solvere.com
Provides Networking NT, Novell, Apple and Citrix On-Site Services.
www.sos2000.com
A full service network integrator, specializing in server centric and remote computing.
www.sovran.com
United Kingdom based company that specializes in the IBM AS/400 market and offers services such as PC to AS/400 integration and infrastructure services.
www.spacetec.co.uk
Specializes in the IBM AS/400 market, offering services such as print management solutions, PC to AS/400 integration, and infrastructure needs including remote access.
www.spacetec.co.uk
A Southern California based system integrator that offers customized, multi-vendor solutions from vendors like Compaq, HP, IBM and Sun Microsystems.
www.star-solutions.com
Specializes in enterprise business application integration, offering customers services from web-enabled Windows, Unix or mainframe interoperability solutions.
www.stellar-corp.com
Delivers services for electronic commerce, Internet development, traditional systems integration and custom software development.
www.synergration.com
Specializes in custom application development and integration using Microsoft tools.
www.systemsmith.com
Provides computing solutions such as installing and customizing networks and network software.
www.sytec1.com
Software house specialized in telecommunication solutions, providing middleware and web solution development tools for the building of intersystem connections and applications on different hardware and operating environments.
www.tascomm.fi
Specializes in deploying and supporting national and international automation projects.
www.tdserv.com
Independent global network integration company and ebusiness enabler.
www.uk.didata.com
Systems integrator specializing in Oracle and Informix databases and custom application development.
www.unibase.cz
Provides design, development, implementation, and verification of information technology oriented products and services.
www.unitech1.com
Offers a variety of Web services, including web design, web hosting, and secure e-commerce.
www.vantech.com
Offers full implementation services and support for companies deploying Enterprise level solutions; provides consultants experienced in the Siebel technologies.
www.ventis.ie
B2B infrastructure company delivering ebusiness integration solutions for linking business processes and sharing information among trading partners.
www.verano.com
Solves very typical business related problems, with a core competency in Server-Based Computing and its ancillary technologies.
www.vertsol.com
Provides systems engineering and design, application software design, driver software design, etc.
www.vi-tech.com
Provides systems installation, networking, training, color control, and more; 24 hour support.
www.viprofix.com
A full-service internet systems integration Company, specializing in connecting any computing platform to the Internet.
www.vision-max.com
Technology company providing custom application development and system integration, including PDAs, hand-helds, wireless and Java.
www.visualsolutions-inc.com
Offers a complete line of voice and video solutions, in addition to a comprehensive line of data services.
www.vitalsite.com
Full-service embedded computer systems integrator with expertise in real time, UNIX and NT software development.
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A full service technology provider offering solutions for implementing advanced information systems, including installation and verification.
www.wavecorp.com
Provides the design, integration, and implementation of data collection systems which utilize real-time radio frequency communication, bar coding, and portable, rugged, data terminals.
www.wdsinc.com
A computer consulting and network integration firm specializing in Local Area Network and Wide Area Network platforms.
www.wechtech.com
A full-service computer and communication consulting company, providing the installation and configuration of networks, systems, and software, etc.
www.westerhall.com
Canadian company that provides engineering software solutions, systems integration, IT consulting and enterprise management for both national and international clients.
www.xwavesolutions.com
Provider of technology solutions for small businesses and Fortune 500 companies, including system integration and data imaging.
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In today's fast-paced tech world, business leaders rely on system integration services to help get the job done. System integration is the art of linking up business network tools, structures and technologies. In an IT sector or non-material office site, the focus is on piecing together database and telecom, where in a production environment, machine technologies link up to command tools. All kinds of businesses can profit from advanced information systems integration, and there are a lot of options for getting solutions implemented.
For those who are perusing business system integration options, the hunt starts online. With vendors, outside groups and other sources offering details in system integration technologies online, a quick search of the web can reveal a lot about how to use solutions from a system integration company in the specific way that will enhance your company's results. Companies look for widely differing uses of system integration, including:
1. System integration service options for database handling and integration to keep the data flowing for optimal results.
2. "Lean production" and conceptual system integration and optimization for physical or production environments.
3. Industry specific system integration tools and technologies for the field of work.
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The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Look for info on system integration for database and IT connectivity
One large aspect of this kind of IT that consultants and others work on is in hooking up database technologies correctly to a number of other IT structures like servers. Businesses frequently run into trouble and call database integration helpers to get things working the way they should be.
I recommend: Offshore Outsourced Services offer database handling and integration as part of their options for clients. The Progress Software website introduces more choices for integrating and dealing with your database structures.
Get conceptual system integration solutions for complex processes
System integration plays a large role in production environments as well. New system integration tools use concepts like 'lean production' to figure out how products from system integration companies work best on a broader scale, for keeping systems more versatile in order to provide the basis for system integration optimization.
I recommend: Find sources for learning about lean production and system integration at Manufacturing Executive online. Find out more at Setpoint USA where aspects of lean production and system integration are explored for company solutions.
Find industry specific system integration info
Other online sites have more on using business system integration services within your specific field to get the results your business needs, no matter how large or how small.
I recommend: Take a look at system integration products and tools for the medical field at Clinical Measurements. Find questions answered about the nuts and bolts of technology system integration at TechInterviews.com. Or check out info on Microsoft SI solutions for small to mid-sized retailers at the Microsoft website.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
- • When figuring out how to connect and control your tech systems, try to go beyond the basic consulting services. Don't treat the issue as something you just contract out when something breaks. Learn as much as you can about how your systems interact, and how they interact with the systems of your vendors, and you could end up saving a lot of time and money.
Integrating systems is a major priority for companies that have invested in multiple software solutions operating on different platforms. Without systems integration, that data remains isolated in silos that can’t talk to each other. The result is lost business intelligence opportunities due to scattered data that can’t be analyzed and used to drive business decisions.
Systems integration services offer a variety of integration technology solutions to connect platforms, applications and trading partners.
When shopping for systems integration services, consider the following:
1. Take advantage of systems integration consultants.
2. Integrating systems and technology platforms: integration or independence?
3. Using service-oriented architecture (SOA) as a solution for systems integration.
4. Integrating systems with enterprise application integration (EAI) solutions.
5. Integration technology to link trade partners.
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Take advantage of systems integration consultants
Systems integration consultants analyze your systems integration needs in the broadest possible context, advising not just on software and data integration, but also on processes, business units and relationships both within and outside of the organization.
I recommend: Pervasive Software has long been a leader in systems integration technology. Its Business Integrator is one of several integration technology solutions that address systems integration needs. Systems Integration Solutions is a systems integration services company that addresses mid-tier technology issues, such as technology upgrades, new application rollouts and other situations that require integration solutions. If efforts to integrate your systems have faltered, WSR Consulting Group specializes in saving failed systems integration projects. For a list of systems integration consultants, visit the Business.com directory.
Integrating systems and technology platforms: integration or independence?
System development consultants approach platform integration solutions in one of two ways: platform integration or platform independence. Platform integration technology involves a common underlying infrastucture through which different platforms share data. Platform independence sets up a client/server relationship through which requests are made.
I recommend: Jitterbit is an open-source client and server integration platform that connects data from ERP systems, CRM applications, data warehouses, online marketplaces and more. See Jitterbit’s data sheet for a list of supported protocols and documents. Microsoft’s BizTalk Server platform provides the infrastructure to connect existing applications regardless of platform between business partners including EDI and RFID support.
Service-oriented architecture (SOA) as a solution for systems integration
SOA packages the business processes of all applications into a global pool of modular services, replacing the need for traditional systems integration tools.
I recommend: The systems integrations services at Sterling Commerce include the Gentran Integration Suite for Multi-Enterprise SOA. It creates interoperability between business processes, trading partners, communication protocols, legacy systems and more. IBM’s Smart SOA has a four-tied approach to SOA implementation depending on your business model and needs.
Integrating systems with enterprise application integration (EAI)
EAI is a combination of software and computer systems architecture that integrates stand-alone enterprise applications, such as CRM, supply chain and business intelligence. Many systems integration consultants offer their own version of EAI as a solution.
I recommend: Enterprise Application Integration from eTransX is a systems integration solution for small and mid-sized enterprises. Gentran Suite, Sterling Commerce’s EAI solution, is designed for large organizations with systems that span business units, divisions and countries.
Using integration technology to link trade partners
Systems integration services and products can help you and your trade partners avoid conflicting platforms and protocols with your supply chain solutions, EDI applications and other processes and software.
I recommend: The systems integration services at B2 Integration include data and application integration and EDI process integration between an enterprise and its trading partners. E2open provides multi-enterprise platforms for inventory management over global supply networks.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
- • Make sure systems integration consultants address systems security.
- • Look for system development consultants who take your trading partners into consideration when building an integration solution.
- • Look for an integration technology solution that is customized for your industry.
- • Integrating systems should be treated as an ongoing IT initiative rather than a one-time project.
The business topic known as system integration is focused on getting all of a company's ducks in a row for processing data across a range of applications, automated tools and network pieces, and that's where specialized system integration services can come in handy. But what about when in-house staff need to know aspects of this challenging skill set so that you can make system integration fixes on your own?
Busy managers can find various online venues offering different kinds of system integration training with qualified instructors that will help a business get to where it needs to be for making every part of its IT system compatible and keeping it that way. Business leaders can find training options like:
1. System integration consulting, where the top brass can use this outsourcing to get solutions while tackling the learning curve on system integration.
2. Training for system integration services on-site, where professionals council your workers in their own environment, on issues like database integration or figuring out process integration specifics in a physical production area.
3. System integration workshops or seminars that provide a one-time solution for learning about information systems integration.
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Find options for system integration consulting
In some cases, a consulting solution makes the most sense, especially if you're needing quick implementation of your systems for start-up. Part of what a consultant provides is background on what they are doing to your systems, and paying close attention can get leaders knowledgeable about their proprietary systems, so that the knowledge of the consultant can 'trickle down' and lead to a more informed staff.
I recommend: Award-winning BT Consulting can bring system integration service solutions to the table that you can implement in your environment. Get more consulting from a system integration company at Accenture.
Find on-site instructor led training for business system integration
For shops that want in-depth system integration training, on-site courses are great. Staff can ask pertinent questions and generally get savvy about how their systems work and how to maintain them or integrate new 'pieces.'
I recommend: CommSystems includes on-site training in their system integration services. Find out more about the rigorous process used for implementing system integration at the website. For a more physical assembly or plant environment, check out the system integration on-site training options at Rockwell Automation.
Look for workshops and seminars from system integration companies
Another option for training staff is workshops and seminars: these can provide valuable down time and a place to 'huddle' to address the tougher issues that the team will need to work on together.
I recommend: Seminars and other short training sessions are part of Matrikon's system integration service. Find instructor led workshops at Training-Classes online.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
- • When looking at system integration solutions, think long-term. It's great to get all of your gear hooked up right, and it feels good when you can go ahead with using all of your IT tools, but for long term solutions, go beyond the basic consulting to get real system integration skills in house to tackle your own IT issues.
System integration services key terms can help you find the best tools and services to connect your information databases. Whether you use multiple platforms or you use different programming languages, system integration can help you get your applications to interact. When you look into integrating your system, the key terms will help you identify the types of services offered by companies specializing in system integration. They will also help you to understand certain factors within this industry.
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Platforms
In essence, a platform is the operating system for any computer related system. A platform includes both hardware and software and dictates how these components will interact. Typical platforms include Linux, Microsoft, Solaris and Mac. Without system integration, different platforms can't interact with one another.
I recommend: WiseGeek provides a definition and gives an overview for computing platforms.
Service-oriented architecture, SOA
Service-oriented architecture (SOA) programs use Web Services Description Language (WSDL) to create applications independent of the operating system. Through system integration services, a service-oriented architecture program is able to interact with the operating system.
I recommend: For an introduction into SOA and its applications, visit JavaWorld.
Enterprise application integration
Enterprise application integration (EAI) links different applications together to allow for system integration. It can connect different sets of information regardless of the programming code or database. EAI software provides the tools to implement this technology.
I recommend: IWay Software defines enterprise application integration as it applies to the company's software.
Information silos
The goal of system integration services is to connect independent bits of information, known as information silos. Independent databases can also fall under this term. Without system integration services, silos cannot interact with one another.
I recommend: Traction looks at the pros and cons of information silos as they pertain to the Internet.
Business intelligence
Business intelligence refers to software designed to report on your business. It can generate reports, analyze data and help you run a better business.
I recommend: The SAS Institute offers a description for its business integration software and includes information on the components for the software.
Open source client
With open source client, you can integrate your system to other electronic equipment like cellphones. The open source allows third parties to connect to your system to make information silos remotely accessible. To date, the largest open source client is Microsoft.
I recommend: IntelliAdmin offers a snap-shot definition for open source client as it relates to VMWare.


