Interfaces

Interfaces: Essential connections for modern IT systems

Interfaces are crucial for communication between different IT systems. They enable the automated exchange of data such as master data, project data or absences. Without them, information would have to be transferred manually - a time-consuming and error-prone process.

In today's software landscape, many construction companies now rely on specialized applications such as ERP systems for central administration and tools for resource planning or time recording. Interfaces ensure that these systems work together seamlessly without the need for redundant data entry.

SchnittstellenAdvantages of interfaces

  • Time saving: Data is exchanged automatically, without manual intervention.

  • Error reduction: data remains consistent and up-to-date.

  • Flexibility: Different specialized software solutions can be combined with each other (“best-of-breed strategy”).

  • Efficiency: Companies can make optimum use of their IT infrastructure.

  • Scalability: Systems can be easily expanded or replaced.

Modern interface platforms: More efficiency through cloud-based technologies

In the past, interfaces were considered technically complex, error-prone and expensive. As a result, many companies avoided interfaces. Today, this has fundamentally changed thanks to cloud-based interface platforms.

These platforms make it easier and cheaper to create interfaces, as the underlying technology is less complex and functionality is improved at the same time. As a result, the best-of-breed strategy is now also affordable and feasible for SMEs.

How does data exchange via interfaces work?

Data exchange can be time-controlled (e.g. once a day) or event-controlled (in the event of changes in the source system). Cloud-based interfaces often use APIs, while additional software components may be required for local systems (on-premises).

Interfaces at Vanillaplan

At Vanillaplan, we support you with the generic interface platform Vanillaplan Fair, which enables automated data exchange between different systems - regardless of whether they are cloud solutions or local (on-premises) systems.

  • Cloud systems: Data is exchanged directly via APIs, without additional software. Changes to master data, projects or absences are synchronized automatically.

  • On-premises systems: A special agent recognizes data changes in the customer system and transfers them securely to Vanillaplan.

With Vanillaplan Fair, you benefit from a flexible, reliable and fully automated workflow that optimally connects your resource planning with existing IT systems.