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BlueStar is Windows-based software that XML-enables
mainframe without the need of writing code. It is one of the few vendors
that can support the full spectrum of challenges on the integration
landscape for sharing host application data as XML. BlueStar enables you
to manage the impact of the constant change inherent in enterprise
applications. It enables you to extend your systems to connect easily
with your partners' networks. Whether your strategic goal is to achieve
new levels of efficiency in your own business processes, or realize
closer collaboration with partners, BlueStar protects your investments in
existing technologies.
Web Services for Integration
Application integration with back-end systems is a
complex project given the fact that so many systems must interact with
each other. By leveraging XML and Web services technologies, BlueStar can
instantly tap into key business functions without the need for writing
code. It's an extremely cost-effective way to integrate disparate
information environments by reusing business functions from existing
legacy applications. BlueStar's ability to
integrate any host application using a variety of connection methods
makes it suitable for different integration options.
- Enterprise Application
Integration (EAI) - The internal
integration is grouped under EAI. By supporting a wide range of
interfaces to legacy applications, BlueStar can enable any client
application to connect with any homegrown application
that make it ideal for internal integration projects.
- Business-to-Business
Integration (B2Bi) or Inter-Enterprise Integration (IEI) - Integration extends
outside of the organization to link external suppliers. By
supporting the industry standards that make up web services,
BlueStar unites web systems with enterprise applications and XML
sources to speed up integration.
- Application Migration - BlueStar provide
on-the-fly retrieval of values from legacy data and applications so
you can quickly see the benefits of integration without having to
wait for migration projects to finish. Moreover, because web
applications will already be receiving corporate data in XML, you
can make seamless transitions to the new platforms when they go
online.
Leverage Existing Infrastructure and Technology
Investments
Given the current economic environment that focuses on cost savings and
consolidation, companies are trying to leverage current investments in
application and integration server development platforms. ROI is critical
and shorter time frames for the development of solutions are causing
companies to look closely at options to decrease maintenance costs and
time by utilizing web services technologies.
BlueStar immediately extends the ROI of host
transactions within the enterprise while bringing new returns through
integration.
- Universal connectivity
eliminate custom coding and high maintenance overhead
- Simplified management of
the integration process lowers operation costs
- Immediate access to host
data speeds returns on migration efforts
More information about BlueStar ROI.
Ease of Use
BlueStar can automate integration, adapter
development and maintenance to save you up to 50-75% in time and effort
over hard coded solutions. Point-and-click interface allows users to
browse an application – including customized transactions and a variety
of interface types – and select the transactions that they'd like to
publish as Web services. There is no need to customize BlueStar for each
host transaction, which makes automated integration a
reality. Furthermore, BlueStar does not use proprietary scripting
languages and does not require specialized knowledge. All communication
with BlueStar uses XML and standard transport mechanisms (e.g., HTTP) --
skills most web developers already have -- eliminating the need for
services or additional training.
Mission Critical
BlueStar is proven for its scalability and
failover capabilities. BlueStar processes host application data and
converts it directly to XML, which drastically reduces the complexity and
processing involved. Furthermore, BlueStar works with SSL and digital
certificates to ensure the privacy and integrity of your sensitive data
and processes. Most importantly, BlueStar has been proven in real-world
customer implementations for many years and in some of the most demanding
computing environments around.
Universal Connectivity
BlueStar provides a comprehensive set of
connectivity solutions for your choice of application server or
integration technologies. BlueStar works the same whether you connect
your host applications to web services platforms, application servers, or
even other host applications. In fact, any application or platform that
can use XML will work with BlueStar.
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