What is API?
API stands for Application Programming Interface. API is basically a standard way two software systems communicate with one another, it plays as the middleman sending data back and forth.
The Importance of API
So, why are APIs valuable to a company? According to Kipp Bodnar, when a company uses an API adoption and usage on their main platform will improve. With this, the company can use the data from their API to increase revenue and improve overall performance.
API and AIMS360 Fashion ERP Integration
Often in the apparel industry, clients want to connect one of their systems to AIMS360 in order to send data back and forth between the two systems. This allows for convenience and organization of data. Furthermore with our API, customers can integrate any eCommerce, order taking, or retail system into their AIMS360 database.
Use Cases for API Integration
- Customer and Store Information – Access customer list details and data from AIMS360, including store address
- Styles – Access style, color, and size information through AIMS360 database
- Inventory – Sync the latest live inventory numbers into AIMS360
- Orders – Send order to AIMS360 for processing
- Order Status – Check order status including tracking information
Interested in Learning More?
If you’re an existing AIMS360 customer and would like to see our API documentation and learn more about API in general, feel free to read our knowledge-based article.
Not an AIMS360 customer? Contact our helpful professionals at support@aims360.com, and they’d be happy to assist you with all your API questions.