Federated API Management
API first strategy is what we breath. API management is the process of creating, publishing, documenting, and managing Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) in a secure and scalable way. It involves a set of tools and practices that enable organizations to build, manage, and monetize their APIs. API management typically includes the following features:
API Gateway
A centralized point of access for all API calls, which acts as a security and traffic management layer.
API Developer Portal
A self-service portal for developers to discover and consume APIs, view documentation, and test the API before using it in their applications.
API Analytics: The ability to monitor and analyze API usage and performance, including error tracking and debugging.
API Security
Measures such as authentication, authorization, and encryption to secure the API and protect against potential threats.
API Lifecycle Management
A set of tools to manage the entire lifecycle of an API, from creation to retirement.
API management solutions help organizations to improve the developer experience, increase API adoption, and monetize their APIs through various business models. It also enables organizations to gain insights into how their APIs are being used and identify areas for improvement.
Hybrid Integration
A hybrid integration platform (HIP) is a type of integration solution that enables organizations to connect their on-premises systems, cloud-based systems, and third-party services in a unified and seamless way. HIPs provide a variety of integration capabilities such as data integration, application integration, and process integration.
The main features of a HIP typically include:
Connectivity
The ability to connect various systems, applications, and data sources both on-premises and in the cloud, using a variety of protocols and data formats.
Integration
The ability to perform various integration tasks such as data mapping, data transformation, and data routing.
Management
An easy-to-use web-based interface for managing and monitoring the integration process, including tracking and troubleshooting integration issues.
Security
Built-in security features such as authentication, authorization, and encryption to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance.
Scalability
The ability to handle large amounts of data and support a high volume of integration requests.
A hybrid integration platform allows organizations to easily connect and integrate their existing systems and data, regardless of where they are located, and enables them to take advantage of new technologies and services in the cloud, while maintaining control and security of their on-premises systems.
Staff Augmentation
Staff augmentation allows companies to bring in highly skilled professionals who can work on specific projects or teams, while avoiding the cost and time of recruiting an in-house team. It also allows companies to scale their workforce up or down as needed, and to fill in gaps in skills and expertise.
This process involves assessing the current staff and determining what additional skills are needed.
The augmented staff members will integrate seamlessly with the existing in-house team, preserving company culture and aligning with strategic goals.
The cost and time required to recruit an in-house team can be significant, but staff augmentation allows for the hiring of highly skilled remote developers to work on specific projects within the organization.
Benefits
• No recruitment costs
• No costs for office space
• No overhead/devices costs
• Staff can work anywhere around the world
Expertise
● Frontend: Angular, React, Vue.js, Node.js, Typescript, HTML5, CSS3
● Backend: .NET Core C#, Java, PHP, Golang, Laravel, Ruby on Rails, Firebase, Python
● Mobile: Native, iOS, Android, Xamarin, Ionic, React Native, Flutter
● Data: Microsoft SQL Server, mongoDB, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis, Amazon RDS
● Cloud: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Huawei Cloud
Professional Services
Tingbi provides the following professional services for Federated API Management and Hybrid Integration:
Strategy and Consulting
This service helps organizations understand the business value of FAPIs/HIP, and create a plan for using FAPIs/HIP to achieve their business goals. This can include identifying potential use cases, designing an architecture.
Design and Development
This service helps organizations create and develop their APIs/Integrations, including defining the data models, creating the API endpoints and integrations, and implementing security and performance features.
Platform Implementation
This service helps organizations implement an API management platform or an Integration Platform as a Service (IPaaS), including configuring the platform and integrating the platform with existing systems and data sources.
Security and Compliance
This service helps organizations ensure that their APIs/Integrations comply with industry regulations and standards, and that they are protected from potential security threats.
Monitoring and Analytics
This service helps organizations understand how their APIs/Integrations are being used, identify performance issues, and track key metrics such as usage, response times, and error rates.
Support on FAPIM/EIPaaS
We provide Second line support on our APIM/EIPaaS Solutions/Rollouts. This Service is a more specialized form of support which deals with more complex issues with APIM/EIPaaS that cannot be resolved by first line support. This type of support is typically provided by our experienced technicians who have a deep understanding of our solutions. The service contains detailed troubleshooting, diagnostic testing, and problem resolution. We provide guidance and training to first line support staff.
App/Solution Development
Tingbi Africa is a software development partner that prioritizes the experience of all stakeholders, including business leaders, managers, clients, architects, developers, designers, and most importantly, the end user.
We collaborate with our clients to create sustainable software solutions and achieve their most important goals. Our passion for software drives us to deliver exceptional user experiences.
We have found that teams without a diverse range of skill sets, including CTO, management, architect, QA/testing, UI/UX, and developers, often lead to problematic software. That’s why we use full-spectrum development team, including QA/testing and UI/UX resources, to ensure proper solutions.
Being a full-service partner, we can guarantee the best possible user experience while optimizing IT infrastructure performance and costs. Our DevOps philosophy integrates software development with the provisioning and operations of IT infrastructure and support, ensuring a seamless and efficient process.
Design Engagement
● Prototyping, the happy flow of the user journey.
● Non-functional wireframe which describes the functionality from begin to end.
● Prototype worked out in your house style. If you don’t have a house style we will create one.
● Scope overview
● Technical design, including tech stack decisions
● Fixed price proposal to build the MVP based on the prototype.
MVP
● Up and running application for your end users.
● Three replicas of your environment; Development, Staging and Production.
● Fully automated CI/CD development pipeline per environment.
● DevOps to manage project and scope.
● Backlog based on features pushed out in MVP.
● Experience with an outsourced Development Team.
● Everything we build is yours, We will develop and deploy under your accounts and subscriptions.
CTO/CDO
Step into the future of your business with our team of Fulltime and Parttime Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) and Chief Digital Officers (CDOs).
As strategic advisors, we specialize in shaping the technological direction and strategy of your company, providing insights on Digital Transformation and Digital Strategies that transcend conventional boundaries.
Our experts can lead product development with a keen focus on security, data privacy, and cybersecurity. Compliance isn’t a hurdle—it’s seamlessly woven into our approach.
We’re not just advisors; we’re architects of innovation, helping companies leverage digital technologies to stay competitive and lead the charge in today’s dynamic business landscape.
It’s not just about technology; it’s about your digital customers. We craft experiences that captivate and resonate, understanding the pivotal role of customer-centricity in the digital age.
Ready to navigate the digital landscape with confidence? Our team is here to guide you, shaping the future together, one innovation at a time.