An average enterprise has a multitude of APIs to manage, and for some it is an ever-increasing number. With the number of APIs increasing, there comes the need for central management and governance of APIs. It is important to unify these APIs, this is where universal API management comes in—a smart approach to managing, governing, and securing APIs regardless of where they are created or deployed within an organization’s digital ecosystem.
Universal APIs provides a comprehensive solution to unify and manage API assets across different patterns, deployments, and platforms. Enterprises can attain modernization without the need to dismantle their existing API solutions, allowing for seamless integration of new API patterns, such as REST and SOAP, into their architecture. Enterprises can leverage their APIs to support a more business-driven strategy while monitoring, managing, and governing them from a single interface with universal APIs.
This PoV explores how universal API management also makes it easier to comply with regulatory requirements. Since policies and controls are applied uniformly across all APIs, compliance with regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) becomes easier, no matter where the APIs are deployed.
We also discuss how enterprises can future-proof themselves through universal API management, as it enables them to strategically place their API ecosystem that can adapt quickly to market or technology changes. By using agile development, modular architecture, and open standards, CIOs can leverage innovation from others in their ecosystem and unlock new business models.
This PoV provides valuable insights on how universal API management gives CIOs the key tools to drive seamless integration and robust governance and security across all digital points. It means every API follows a unified strategy—no matter where it is used.
