Clarity Glossary for Project and Portfolio Management

Integration

An integration is a technical connection between software solutions that enables automated data exchange between systems.

Explanation

An integration in projectProjectA project is a temporary initiative with clearly defined objectives, resources, and a specific outcome. and resource managementResource ManagementResource management includes the planning, allocation, and monitoring of resources in projects. describes the connection between different software systems. The objective is to automatically exchange data between applications and eliminate manual data entry.

For example, an integration can link a project managementProject ManagementProject management includes all methods used to plan, manage, and execute projects. system with HR software, an ERP system, or a time-tracking tool.

Through such integrations, key data – such as project progress, capacityCapacitySynonym for → AvailabilityGeneral term for available work capacity. information, or budget figures – is automatically synchronized across systems.

Synonyms and Abbreviations

  • System Integration: connection of different software solutions within an IT landscape
  • Software Integration: technical linking of multiple applications for shared data usage
  • API Integration: integration via interfaces that enable data exchange between systems

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