{"id":120349,"date":"2023-01-24T12:39:44","date_gmt":"2023-01-24T12:39:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pbctoday.co.uk\/news\/?p=120349"},"modified":"2023-05-07T16:06:16","modified_gmt":"2023-05-07T15:06:16","slug":"how-companies-can-benefit-from-api-technology","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pbctoday.co.uk\/news\/digital-construction\/construction-technology-news\/how-companies-can-benefit-from-api-technology\/120349\/","title":{"rendered":"How companies can benefit from API technology"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"heading heading1\">API technology (Application Programming Interface) is a piece of software that allows two different systems to communicate with each other. Elecosoft explores how investing in an API can improve key operational technologies in your business<\/h2>\n<p>Companies can be divided into two sections: those in technical roles who have heard of API technology, and those in operational roles who haven&#8217;t. Knowing more about your technology will help you\u00a0to find solutions that can run your maintenance and facility management operations more efficiently.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/forbestechcouncil\/2021\/09\/16\/why-almost-every-company-is-now-an-api-company\/?sh=4942a3ec1e29\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Around\u00a096%\u00a0of developers use APIs<\/a>. But those developers aren\u2019t always involved in shortlisting new software. By understanding more about how APIs can help improve the effectiveness of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pbctoday.co.uk\/news\/digital-construction\/bim-news\/can-operational-savings-offset-construction-material-cost-increases\/118420\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">key operational technologies<\/a>, you can avoid missing a trick \u2013 and invest in API-friendly solutions that enable your teams to communicate and collaborate.<\/p>\n<p>Even if you\u2019ve not heard of an API, you\u2019ve probably encountered one. It\u2019s what Skyscanner uses to search for flights \u2013 interconnecting and consolidating the data from the systems of multiple airlines \u2013 and how your favourite websites embed maps and live chat boxes.<\/p>\n<h3>How do APIs work?<\/h3>\n<p>API technology allows your business technologies to work together without merging solutions \u2013 allowing you to select the best tool for the job. Data flows between the solutions without dictating complex and expensive changes in their existing architecture or workflows.<\/p>\n<p>Each API has a set of definitions and protocols. When one application (known as the client or requester) asks another application (known as the server) to do something (known as a resource), the API will communicate this request. This process is known as an API call.<\/p>\n<p>If the server can complete this request, the API will retrieve the relevant information. If it can\u2019t, the API will send an error message to the requesting application.<\/p>\n<p>There are four basic calls all APIs can carry out:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Get:<\/strong>\u00a0retrieve data from the server and bring it back to the client<\/li>\n<li><strong>Post:<\/strong>\u00a0create a new action or resource on the server<\/li>\n<li><strong>Put:<\/strong>\u00a0edit\/update existing data on the server<\/li>\n<li><strong>Delete:<\/strong>\u00a0remove information from the server<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To make sure these calls can be carried out securely \u2013 protecting companies from the threat of cybercrime \u2013 APIs use a unique code to validate the client making a request. This code is called an API key Using API keys means only approved users can access resources and make changes.<\/p>\n<h3>What are the benefits of APIs?<\/h3>\n<h4>Single source of truth<\/h4>\n<p>APIs help data to flow freely across your company, connecting and strengthening your operations. You can choose which technology is your primary source of data \u2013 for example, some companies use their ERP software to purchase spare parts, whereas others use CMMS software such as\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/elecosoft.com\/products\/shiresystem\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ShireSystem<\/a>\u00a0for all purchasing decisions.<\/p>\n<h4>Universal visibility<\/h4>\n<p>Everyone can see the same information at the same time, and use that information to make important organisational or operational decisions.<\/p>\n<h4>Simplicity<\/h4>\n<p>Easier integrations = less stress for your IT department! It means you can integrate software without big changes in workflows, big project timelines and\/or building a big in-house technical team.<\/p>\n<h4>Secured access<\/h4>\n<p>API keys make sure that the connections between your solutions are controlled by you and can only be used by your approved people. We\u2019ll talk more about access in a moment.<\/p>\n<h4>Scalability<\/h4>\n<p>APIs allow you to add more software as you grow and\/or your needs change. You can select new technologies for your company and share information easily and effectively.<\/p>\n<h4>Easier innovation<\/h4>\n<p>APIs are a quick, low-risk way to connect new software and services to your company network. By using sandbox trials, you can add new functions and test ideas without interrupting the technologies you\u2019re already using.<\/p>\n<p>Faster change: the simplicity of APIs means you can connect software and services quickly, so you\u2019re always ready to embrace the next business change.<\/p>\n<h3>Are there different types of API?<\/h3>\n<p>Earlier, we mentioned the advantage of controlling access to APIs. However, there are advantages to allowing external development by systems integrators or independent software vendors (ISVs) to connect your infrastructure.<\/p>\n<p>There are several different types of API that you can use, which are provided by vendors like Elecosoft, and can be accessed in different ways. They include:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Internal APIs:<\/strong>\u00a0these APIs are hidden from public view and are only used within your company to share data and connect solutions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Open APIs:<\/strong>\u00a0these APIs are publicly available and can be used with minimal restrictions. Any developer can use them to integrate data and services to\/from your company.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Partner APIs:<\/strong>\u00a0these APIs connect third-party software to your business.<\/p>\n<p>Most APIs use REST architecture, regardless of whether they\u2019re public or private. REST is short for\u00a0<strong>RE<\/strong>presentational\u00a0<strong>S<\/strong>tate<strong>\u00a0T<\/strong>ransfer.<\/p>\n<p>REST APIs take a request from a client and return data from the server in a pre-defined pattern. This simplifies the process of transferring information between solutions \u2013 and it is normally bi-directional.<\/p>\n<h3>What are some popular API use cases?<\/h3>\n<p>The ShireSystem maintenance and facilities management service can be connected with operational technologies to make maintenance updates available to your entire company.\u202f\u202fIt can be used to pull or push data from <a href=\"https:\/\/elecosoft.com\/products\/shiresystem\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ShireSystem<\/a>\u00a0to other software that you are using, such as SAP, Oracle and Microsoft Dynamics, and even analytics software such as Power BI.<\/p>\n<h3>Does ShireSystem use API technology?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes \u2013 as we\u2019ve just mentioned, ShireSystem can be integrated with third-party applications using API technology.<\/p>\n<p>This integration will allow you to incorporate facilities management and maintenance data within your wider operational workflows and processes. For example, consolidating your views on stock levels across your company, or avoiding duplication of purchasing data.<\/p>\n<p>The ShireSystem API uses a REST architecture with a fully secured gateway. We\u2019ve taken this approach to allow system communication without compromising your company data.<\/p>\n<p>Our API provides <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pbctoday.co.uk\/news\/featured\/shiresystem-prioritises-workplace-safety-with-new-permit-to-work-feature\/117505\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">calls to and from ShireSystem<\/a>, with fully documented examples available via Swagger to help you design workflows and data maps.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/elecosoft.com\/products\/shiresystem\/request-demo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Book a ShireSystem demo<\/a>\u00a0to find out how our CAFM\/CMMS service works and how it can integrate with your other operational technologies<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"mk-custom-module-container\">\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>API technology (Application Programming Interface) is a piece of software that allows two different systems to communicate with each other. 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