Unified Configuration Module for Cloud Integration
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Solution Overview
Problem
The configuration of cloud integration between on-premise and cloud applications is laborious and time-consuming due to the need for multiple level configurations, requiring knowledge of various tools and platforms.
Innovation Solution
A unified configuration module within the cloud application that provides wizard-based user interfaces for configuring communication systems and integration flows, allowing for single-location setup of cloud integration, including selection of communication systems and data flows, thereby simplifying the integration process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If configuration is performed at multiple levels (cloud application level and cloud integration platform level), then integration functionality is achieved, but configuration complexity and time consumption increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple configuration levels (cloud application level and cloud integration platform level) into a unified configuration interface. The configuration module presents a single integrated view where users can configure communication systems, integration flows, and data mapping in one place, eliminating the need to switch between multiple configuration tools and levels.
Solution Approach 2:
The unified configuration module serves multiple configuration functions simultaneously - it handles communication system configuration, integration flow setup, data mapping, and authentication settings all through a single interface. This multi-functional approach replaces the need for separate configuration tools for different configuration levels.
2Adaptability or versatility
If configuration is performed at multiple levels, then integration functionality is achieved, but time consumption and labor intensity increase
Solution Approach 1:
By merging configuration tasks from multiple levels into a single unified interface, the system eliminates the sequential time required to access and configure each level separately. Users can complete all configuration tasks in one session without switching between different configuration environments or tools.
Solution Approach 2:
The unified configuration module pre-organizes all necessary configuration elements (communication systems, integration flows, data mappings) in a single accessible interface, eliminating the need for users to perform preliminary navigation and setup steps across multiple configuration levels before actual configuration can begin.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple configuration tools are used, then comprehensive configuration capability is achieved, but ease of operation decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple configuration tools and interfaces into a single unified configuration module. This consolidation maintains comprehensive configuration capability while significantly improving ease of operation by providing a consistent, unified user experience without requiring users to learn and switch between multiple different configuration tools.
Solution Approach 2:
The unified configuration module provides universal access to all configuration functions through a single interface, making the system easy to operate while maintaining comprehensive configuration capability. Users can perform all configuration tasks regardless of which configuration level they pertain to, through one standardized interface.
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AI summary
Various embodiments of systems and methods for unified configuration for cloud integration are described herein. In an aspect, the method includes rendering a unified configuration interface within a cloud application for performing cloud integration. The unified configuration interface includes a first widget to configure an external system for integration with the cloud application and a second widget to configure an integration flow (iflow) between the external system and the cloud application. The iflow defines data flow between the configured external system and the cloud application. Subsequent to receiving a confirmation of the selected iflow, integrating the external system with the cloud application to share data in the cloud.