What is Enterprise Application Integration (EAI)? EAI Definition
Blog post from Rapid
EAI is a process that bridges communication inefficiencies between various enterprise applications to form one robust enterprise infrastructure with easy data flow from one program to another. This is achieved by using methods such as having a shared database, read-only application integration, and the use of APIs, middleware, and integration connectors to facilitate changes in operating systems, data formats, and languages that prevent interoperability. EAI reduces business complexities, is cost-efficient, enables ease of data exchange, provides competitive advantage, saves time and energy, and increases business opportunities by streamlining processes, automating data transfers, and providing a centralized dashboard for better decision-making.