Evaluate
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
Evaluate
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
Where JMS 2.0 misses the mark
JMS 2.0 added significant ease-of-use and messaging features to the popular API. Bill Claybrook looks at what's new in JMS 2.0 and what's missing. Continue Reading
Read and write considerations when designing APIs
This is the third installment of a four-part series offering enterprise architects advice for designing APIs. Continue Reading
BPM in the cloud opens new doors for development
Business process management in the cloud has benefited companies looking to improve access to and contribution of company information. Some experts have gone so far as to call it the "new normal," with organizations readily taking advantage of the ... Continue Reading
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JavaOne 2014: Takeaways from Java's biggest conference
Learn about the key takeaways from JavaOne 2014, including the popular Java EE 8. Continue Reading
Understanding basic Java messaging concepts
We're moving into an age of increased application componentization and distribution of components, even in the cloud. Developers should look beyond JMS for Java messaging. Continue Reading
NetBeans founder discusses the future of APIs
NetBeans founder Jaroslav Tulach opens up about the future of APIs at JavaOne 2014.Continue Reading
Software development starts with an API-first approach
Learn why businesses are taking an API-first approach for streamlined software development.Continue Reading
Web and mobile integration platform eases architect's life
Comit Developers' BJ Hoffpauir discusses how he and his team chose a Web and mobile integration platform to make their work life easier.Continue Reading
API innovation through management tools
Editor Jan Stafford presents the API handbook with insight on API innovations.Continue Reading
MuleSoft brings Microsoft .NET into Anypoint Platform family
MuleSoft solutions for Microsoft is an Anypoint Platform tool set for connecting Microsoft technologies within the cloud-enabled enterprise.Continue Reading
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Big data tool helps media company use analytics to perfectly place ads
Komli Media's engineering manager discusses the decision-making process he went through to select a big data tool to optimize online ad placement.Continue Reading
Why open source rules legacy modernization tools
IT professionals are embracing legacy modernization tools that keep old systems current.Continue Reading
API management connects apps and platforms, fosters collaboration
Expect sparks to fly and software professionals to gobble up API management advice. APIs, a set of tools and resources to connect applications and platforms, have been the talk of IT town for a while and, according to Forrester Research analyst John...Continue Reading
Software project leader talks hybrid development best practices, tools
In this Q&A, Glenfield Digital Group Managing Director Richard Sojka describes lessons learned about hybrid development and software projects.Continue Reading
Making REST, SOAP, API mashup choices
Expert Amy Reichert discusses API mashups, REST and SOAP.Continue Reading
Email management system delivers for marketing company
Marketo's VP of operations and privacy discusses how he and his team selected an email management tool to meet the company's desire to serve a larger client base.Continue Reading
Inside the API management platform and strategy adoption process
Selecting an API management platform isn't very different from choosing any other tool, some experts say. Take a look at how education giant Pearson adopted an API management tool to add a layer of governance.Continue Reading
Can API management tools bridge the gap between REST and Web services?
API management tools are making a splash as enterprises are learning how to leverage existing services with RESTful interfaces.Continue Reading
Telecom company goes mobile with application monitoring
Head of IT operations Christian Dahl Nielsen discusses how he and his team selected an application monitoring tool to track customer usage of TDC's mobile offerings.Continue Reading
How to use proper API design to facilitate hybrid cloud deployment
Software architects need to be particularly mindful of API design, as it can have a major impact on hybrid cloud deployment efficiencies and options.Continue Reading
Mobile HTML5 remains relevant, but faces challenges
Enterprise architects need to add mobile HTML5 to their repertoire if it isn't already there, as more organizations aim to leverage the technology.Continue Reading
Application modernization turns toward SOA principles
SOA principles will swing into full gear when IT portfolio planning aligns with business strategies and organizations realize the benefits of updating legacy applications.Continue Reading
Future of IT standards, SOA, and disruptive technologies stands strong
In this Q&A, The Open Group's Chris Harding discusses what he thinks will happen with IT standards, SOA and various technologies like mobile and cloud computing.Continue Reading
Global investment company banks on HTML5 Web apps
When eVestment acquired several other firms, its VP of technology went on a quest to find the perfect platform for everyone's HTML5 Web apps.Continue Reading
Why HTML5 security needs to be at the forefront of architects' minds
New features means there are also new threats that require Web developers and administrators to keep HTML5 security a top priority.Continue Reading
Quiz: What do you know about Web services technology?
Prove your knowledge of the basics of Web services technology with our seven-question quiz!Continue Reading
How enterprise BPM and SOA make each other shine
Enterprise BPM and SOA shouldn't be thought of as competing methods, but rather complementary approaches that can benefit them both.Continue Reading
SOA, BPM and modeling: Three threads in a functional fabric
Modeling, SOA and BPM shouldn't be thought of as three separate routes to improved processes; rather, they are components that when intertwined, can form a highly functional process fabric.Continue Reading
Infusing process intelligence by using BPM as middleware
Using BPM tools to bridge systems together provides business context by baking in process intelligence.Continue Reading
Quiz: What do you know about the cloud and SOA?
Do you know the basics of the cloud and SOA? Find out with our seven-question quiz!Continue Reading
Mobile development platform takes burden off app hobbyist
Whitewater Labs' Jake Kopper discusses how he chose a mobile development platform for his small company's needs.Continue Reading
Why analytics, reporting are important facets of API management tools
Using API management tools that allow for data analysis and reporting can help organizations get the most out of the technology.Continue Reading
The development challenges, enterprise uses of social mobile games
Author Kyle Richter shares strategies, pitfalls and lessons learned from developing mobile social games.Continue Reading
Should you consider outsourcing management of public APIs?
Outsourcing management of public APIs can mean working with a team of experts who can help plan for scalability issues and who may be able to offer alternate solutions.Continue Reading
Move over SOA, data binding shows promise for workflow management
SOA and BPEL have often been used to improve agility, but data binding could prove to be a good alternative.Continue Reading
HTML5 platform helps digital signage, mobile apps liven nightlife scene
The CEO of a touchscreen technology company sheds light on how he used an HTML5 platform to bring his product offerings to mobile devices.Continue Reading
Contrasting old and new predictive analytics tools, approaches
Waqar Hasan discusses how predictive analytics tools are being implemented in business settings.Continue Reading
How your mind-set determines unified modeling language success
Industry insiders say there are several attributes that can determine how much an organization benefits from unified modeling language.Continue Reading
How to maximize unified modeling language
Unified modeling language can shine when it's used in appropriate situations.Continue Reading
BPM considerations when making cloud decisions
Running business process management software in the cloud enables a host of business advantages -- bonding application development and business process support in an integrated cloud model, for example. Using a cloud-based orchestration of ...Continue Reading
Using mobile push notifications in cloud development
Mobile push notifications are being used by organizations for everything from marketing to informing people of emergencies.Continue Reading
With iPad CRM app, distributor modernizes inventory tracking system
Long cycle times and inventory tracking woes led an industrial distributor to renovate its iPad CRM system.Continue Reading
Quiz: What do you know about enterprise BPM?
Think you know everything about enterprise BPM? Prove your expertise with our quiz!Continue Reading
Enterprise architects' guide to success with mobile apps for business
Learn how to design and test mobile apps for business use in this guide. Read how leaders chose mobile app solutions for their own organization.Continue Reading
How to leverage the power of open source BPM
Establishing a relationship with open source BPM providers can help users quickly resolve technical issues and reduce internal IT staff.Continue Reading
Can problem-solving techniques foster change, IT organization success?
Employing certain problem-solving techniques in the workplace might lead to better quality assurance and innovation.Continue Reading
Don't overlook portals, management in the API tool selection process
Application programming interface portals and service lifecycle management are two areas that need to be examined when you consider an API tool.Continue Reading
Mobile infrastructure: Can middleware bridge the mobility gap?
Many organizations are considering buying or building mobile infrastructure to support applications with better controls.Continue Reading
How to reap the greatest benefits from service virtualization in ALM
Service virtualization can be used to simulate component functionality so ALM isn't hindered by unresolved dependencies and unanticipated collisions.Continue Reading
Why portfolio assessment beats project focus for development projects
While having the appropriate portfolio assessment tools helps, real results come from changing processes.Continue Reading
Big data in marketing: Passing power from businesses to consumers
There is a shift taking place in the business world, as big data in marketing empowers customers over companies.Continue Reading
Step aside Facebook, graph database use cases go beyond social media
While the most commonly known graph database use cases involve social media, it's not the only market to make use of the technology.Continue Reading
Five capability areas integration point technologies should provide
Modern technologies are now embracing the fact that an integration point, aka an API, needs to be managed inside and outside the firewall.Continue Reading
API testing ensures smooth sailing for SOA enterprises
Zenergy Technologies' David Dang discusses the various types of API testing, SOA and his QUEST 2014 presentation.Continue Reading
Product of the Month: Telerik for cross-platform mobile development
Telerik's cloud-based, cross-platform mobile development software is the March 2014 enterprise application Product of the Month.Continue Reading
Mobile app design: Architecting apps with worker productivity in mind
Architects need to keep in mind certain elements that make mobile app design different from app design for the Web.Continue Reading
Managing a legacy app: Keys to successful application modernization
In this podcast, independent technology consultant Joe McKendrick discusses how to deal with a legacy app in the ever-changing IT landscape.Continue Reading
What do you know about application portfolio assessment?
Do you know enough to launch a successful application portfolio assessment? Find out now!Continue Reading
Using big data management tools to keep up with user expectations
Organizations are taking advantage of big data management tools as applications are required to handle a growing volume of data.Continue Reading
Six keys to building a dependable enterprise architecture strategy
Architects and systems scientists at the Open Group Open Platform 3.0 Forum gave advice on building software, services and an enterprise architecture strategy.Continue Reading
HTML5 platform helps Web-based project management software go mobile
The CEO of a Web-based project management tool discusses how he chose an HTML5 platform to make the application mobile-friendly.Continue Reading
Data grid technologies help IT's evolving need for speed, flexibility
Many organizations are finding that current IT setups cannot meet modern demands, and in some instances, using data grid technologies can help.Continue Reading
Facebook inspires enterprise to use big data graph searches
Software field engineer Max De Marzi explains why graph searches and big databases can be of practical use to the enterprise.Continue Reading
Member Download: Testing Web Services
Do you know that Web Services testing is different from conventional testing? Find out just how different they really are in this complimentary e-guide for our members.Continue Reading
CTO juggles multi-tasking, picking mobile app development tools
CTO Alva Powell discusses the ins and outs of his job, including how he manages people and selects mobile app development tools for projects.Continue Reading
Embracing SOA and the cloud: Hybrid integration paradigms offer choices
Some organizations are turning to hybrid integration paradigms to leverage cloud computing while maintaining existing infrastructures.Continue Reading
Mobile project takes payroll information to cell phones securely
Paylocity's Chuck Cooper discusses a mobile project where he designed a self-service application.Continue Reading
What to consider when selecting a legacy modernization vendor
Legacy modernization vendors can aid organizations by assisting with portfolio assessment and post-transformation training.Continue Reading
FAQ: Big data tools provide both insight and damage control
Get answers to frequently asked questions about what big data is, why it can be a problem and how big data tools will be part of the solution.Continue Reading
Growing the software application development world from a woman's view
Freelance developer Kathryn Rotondo discusses what it's like working in IT and how the industry needs to evolve in order to attract and retain women.Continue Reading
Modernizing child's play: Advice for building learning apps for kids
While not completely different from creating apps for adults, there are things developers need to keep in mind when designing learning apps for kids.Continue Reading
HTML5 mobile framework helps make enterprise tools available on-the-go
The co-founder of an enterprise collaboration tools company discusses how he chose an HTML5 mobile framework for his company's growing needs.Continue Reading
Medical team doesn't miss a beat thanks to project management tools
How a hospital turned to mobile project management tools to help provide patients with care quickly and accurately.Continue Reading
Making the decision: Is SOA or REST best for big data applications?
When designing big data applications, an important consideration is whether to use SOA or RESTful APIs to connect big data components and services to the rest of the application.Continue Reading
Software application development: Mobile, cloud apps push APIs forward
Basics found in REST will help keep developers from being overwhelmed as they navigate software application development.Continue Reading
Conduct an application assessment
Perform an application security threat assessment
Legacy application migration checklist
Five steps for successful app modernization and legacy migration
Some systems can't keep up with ever-increasing demands. Follow this legacy migration checklist to mitigate risks during a modernization project.Continue Reading
Legacy modernization: Why you should take an Agile-DevOps approach
The Agile-DevOps approach to legacy modernization transforms slow-performing old apps into resource-efficient apps without operational issues.Continue Reading
Smart process applications: Taking a new method to business processes
Smart process applications can kick-start a modernization process by bringing agility and integration to the most critical parts of a business.Continue Reading
Lack of standards hinders adoption of M2M communications
Object Management Group CEO Richard Soley said a greater focus on standards is needed for M2M communications to gain widespread use.Continue Reading
BPM workflow management software answers IT manager's call
An inside look at how an IT manager researched workflow management software to determine how to best meet his organization's growing needs.Continue Reading
Holistic management: BPM drivers shouldn't affect processes
Holistic management tools using mobile, social and cloud capabilities may enhance processes, but it's a mistake to use them just because they exist.Continue Reading
How to master single-page application development
A single-page application offers easier adaption to multiple devices and lifecycle management.Continue Reading
You've got mail! Messaging platform aids ops director with large load
Messaging Operations Director James Thompson shares how he selected a messaging platform to meet his company's growing volume of email deployments.Continue Reading
Don't miss the API development train: How to stay ahead of the curve
Experts share their insights on API development and what architects can do to keep track of the evolving technology.Continue Reading
Quiz: What do you know about API development?
Do you have what it takes to develop and manage a successful API? Test your knowledge of API development with this six-question quiz.Continue Reading
Service catalog best practices: Know your audience
Using a service catalog to aid in IT documentation
Optimize business capabilities with a service repository
Be mindful of data organization and define services
Effective service catalog management includes focusing on your primary audience
Keep the service catalog and technical documentation current
Seven steps to develop an IT service catalog: Template for success
Careful IT documentation with a service catalog may seem simple, but there are a number of pitfalls that can make it less than useful.Continue Reading
Social BPM: Finding the business value behind the buzzword
BPM experts bring social BPM into sharper focus and explain the business problems that might benefit from social solutions.Continue Reading
Where SOA and the cloud fit in with API development
API development is becoming increasingly important, as APIs are playing a bigger role than in the past.Continue Reading
Rethinking API design to make applications more Agile and cloud-ready
Architects need to look at a new kind of API design based on resources and verbs instead of technical, self-defining data models.Continue Reading
Enterprise Mobile App Portfolio 2014
Download the Enterprise Mobile App Portfolio 2014 e-guide.Continue Reading
Creating a cloud model with governance, services architecture in mind
Organizations considering a move to cloud-centric applications should think about their cloud model, not applications architecture.Continue Reading