XML-Based Integration with XAware: Unifying Appplications and Data in Today's e-business World

Written for decision makers interested in streamlining business processes, implementing e-business solutions, or reducing the complexity of application development, this book helps these users understand how to use the popular XML standard to allow incompatible computer systems to share data. Discussed is the “information chaos” commonly found in today’s businesses and the causes of this problem. The ways in which XML can accelerate integration projects are described and detailed examples of XML-based integration using the XA-Suite family of integration tools are provided. Also covered is when to use and when not to use XML technology, XML standards and tools, building versus buying, and enterprise integration. In addition, issues specific to XAware technology such as designing integration applications, configuration management, system design issues, data migration, and wireless application development are covered in detail.

Kirstan Vandersluis is the founder and chief technology officer of XAware and the primary architect for XAware’s product suite. His experience includes the development of dozens of software systems and products spanning multiple industries, including telecommunications, DOD, and semiconductor. He lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado.