The Push mechanism

In the Push mechanism, both systems push data to each other. In this mechanism, both systems need an active integration instance.

In the following diagram, the Line of Business (LOB) pushes data to the Central IT (CIT), and the Central IT pushes the updates back to the Line of Business.

The Push mechanism has the following advantages and disadvantages.

Advantages Disadvantages
  • The LOB defines the criteria to send data to the CIT.
  • The CIT receives data based on the LOB's decision.
  • Every party manages its own integration.
  • This mechanism provides flexibility on both sides.
  • The LOB can integrate with other Service Providers.
  • Configuration is required in both systems.
  • Field mapping and data mapping are required in both systems.

The following diagram shows the data flow of the Push mechanism.