One very successful way of integrating legacy systems with each other, and with modern technology, is through the use of middleware. A layer that on one side uses APIs to collect data from the legacy system and on the other integrates with other systems.
Imagine a building with key-card access and lift controllers, air-conditioners and alarm systems all by different manufacturers. With middleware each system acts as an agent for a control system that can, for instance, ensure that the air-conditioner is turned off if there is no one in the building, the lifts are returned to the ground floor, the alarm system is enabled and so on.
UMM is middleware and API agents can be very easily written and configured.
Top comments (0)