Sage 300 ERP integration with the Sage 300 Web API delivers superior functionality for the modest price of an affordable, enterprise-class ERP. Unlike some of the more expensive ERP software versions, Sage 300 software alone doesn't automate front-end services as well without a custom integration using the Sage 300 Web API. Fortunately, some developers, like Clarity, have pre-existing connectors and coding resources that simplify the process of integrating front-end operations and other business applications into Sage 300 ERP software. The Benefits of Integrating Sage 300 ERP Software The benefits of integrating Sage 300 ERP software and business applications include streamlining and expanding a host of administrative and customer self-service features. Companies can generate custom reports, automate many business processes, provide a higher level of access to their customers, increase security, ensure compliance, and integrate industry-specific SaaS and software modules such as manufacturing and construction management software. The benefits of integrating Sage 300 ERP and Web API software include: [1] BI Reporting B2B organizations can connect directly with business intelligence resources, social media, and respected industry sites for continuous updates about market trends, financial intelligence, and information about business competitors. Time Management The Sage 300 Time Management module can track and schedule time and attendance, manage special projects, and improve payroll accuracy. Staff members can get access to their own records to make changes in their address and status. Document Management Automated workflows can send documents everywhere they're needed to prevent delays and speed decision-making. Each department can format documents to suit its internal processes. Integrated Payment Processing Integrated payment processing enables companies to offer their customers multiple ways to pay for orders such as third-party payers, and digital wallets. purchase orders, debit and credit cards, in-house accounts, bank transfers, etc. The Automation of Sales and Use Taxes The automated calculation of local sales taxes, customs and duties, and currency conversions provides a better experience for customers and faster order fulfillment to prevent customer churn. integration of ecommerce Applications There are dozens and dozens of ecommerce functions that are created or improved through integration. Customers get better views into their accounts and company operations with full transparency. They can research products more effectively using self-service resources. B2B staff members can update content, catalog descriptions, and prices far more easily by making just one entry. The information is then disseminated everywhere the relevant price appears in the system. Sales and Lead Management Information gathered from CRM software helps to build holistic customer profiles that make it easier to target customers for key marketing initiatives. Customer interfaces and portals can be programmed to display each customer's preferred products and special catalogs. The system can make relevant recommendations for upselling and cross-selling. Website behavior provides many insights that help to qualify sales leads, and an integrated system can even assign leads to the best salesperson or staff expert for each lead based on various criteria. Flexibility and Adaptability Integrated systems enjoy greater flexibility for performing business tasks such as translating content into different languages and customizing screens based on each buyer's role in the decision-making process. This flexibility extends to staff applications. Integrated Sage 300 ERP and Sage 300 Web API software support many industries, currencies, languages, and government regulations. Supply Chain Management Integrated inventory, warehouse, and supply chain management improves sales, procurement, manufacturing warehousing, and customer service processes. Using the Sage 300 Cloud can generate up to a 25 percent annual increase in revenue year after year. [1] Integrating Sage 300 ERP software and a responsive API gives B2B companies full control of their finances, warehousing, manufacturing processes, customer service options, security, supply chains, inventory management, and user interfaces to deliver outstanding experiences to each site visitor. The Sage 300 Web API The Sage 300 Web API, or application programming interface, makes it easy to connect and integrate siloed systems and new software into a given company's operating systems. Developers can use many time- and money-saving tools and frameworks to speed development--even a simple web browser. Clear and dedicated API endpoints simplify integrations tremendously. [2] Getting Some Clarity for Your Sage 300 ERP Integration with the Sage 300 Web API Clarity Connect is a popular development platform that makes it easy to connect and integrate business applications. The Clarity Connect integration platform can integrate both Sage 300 ERP and Sage 300 WEB API software at lower costs than typical integration projects--and at a faster speed. Clarity is an ideal development partner for organizations that need skilled development and advice on how to get the most out of their business applications. The company listens actively to your concerns, incorporates your suggestions, can do the full integration work for you, or can help to train your staff and tests every new feature to ensure proper performance. Clarity’s built integration connectors for both Sage 300 and 300 CRE. References: [1] Saifeecomputers.com: Sage 300 ERP Software http://www.saifeecomputers.com/features-advantages-sage-300-erp-software/ [2] Cdn.na.sage.com: Sage 300 Web API https://cdn.na.sage.com/docs/en/customer/300erp/2017/open/Sage300_WebAPI_EndpointReference.pdf