GLOSSARY FOR

SAP COMMERCE
CLOUD
INTEGRATION
A Quick Reference Guide to SAP
Commerce Cloud Integration

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Term Definition

Application Programming Interface, a set of rules and

API protocols used to build software applications and enable
communication between different systems.
A pre-built solution for SAP Commerce Cloud that
B2B Commerce
provides out-of-the-box B2B functionality and integration
Accelerator
with back-end systems such as ERPs and CRMs.
The process of executing a large number of jobs or tasks
Batch processing in a batch or group, typically used for processing large
volumes of data or executing repetitive tasks.
The process of connecting SAP Commerce Cloud with a
CRM integration customer relationship management system to enable
sharing of customer data and other information.
The process of matching data fields between different
Data mapping systems to ensure that information can be transferred
accurately and seamlessly.
A software platform that enables businesses to sell
E-commerce products and services online, typically including features
platform such as catalog management, shopping cart functionality,
and payment processing.

The process of connecting SAP Commerce Cloud with an

enterprise resource planning system to enable sharing of
ERP integration
data related to inventory, order management, and other
back-end processes.

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Term Definition

A method of integrating systems that involves

Flat file
transferring data between systems using a flat file format,
integration
such as CSV or XML.
A type of integration that involves using a gateway or
Gateway intermediary system to connect SAP Commerce Cloud
integration with other systems, typically used to enable secure
communication or provide additional functionality.
The process of tracking and managing a company's
Inventory
inventory levels, typically including processes such as
management
ordering, receiving, and stocking products.
A software component that enables communication
Integration
between different systems by translating messages and
adapter
data between different formats and protocols.
A set of tools and technologies used to enable integration
Integration
between different systems, typically including features
framework
such as message queues, adapters, and connectors.

The process of ensuring that inventory data is accurate

Inventory
and up-to-date across different systems and channels,
synchronization
typically used to avoid overselling or stockouts

Software that provides connectivity and communication

Middleware between different applications or systems, typically used
to enable integration and data exchange.

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Term Definition

The process of integrating different channels and

Omnichannel touchpoints, such as online, mobile, and physical stores,
integration to provide a seamless and consistent customer
experience.
The process of managing orders and fulfillment, typically
Order
including processes such as order entry, inventory
management
allocation, and shipping.
The process of connecting SAP Commerce Cloud with a
Payment gateway
payment gateway to enable secure processing of online
integration
payments.
Product
A system or process used to manage product information,
information
typically including data such as descriptions, images, and
management
pricing.
(PIM)
A type of integration that enables data to be exchanged
Real-time and shared between systems in real time, typically used
integration for processes such as inventory management and order
fulfillment.
A type of API that uses representational state transfer
REST API (REST) principles to enable communication between
different systems.

A type of API that uses Simple Object Access Protocol

SOAP API (SOAP) to enable communication between different
systems

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Term Definition

The process of managing and deploying changes to

Transport software systems across different environments, typically
management including features such as versioning and deployment
tracking.
A type of API that enables real-time communication
Webhook between different systems by sending notifications or
messages based on specific events or triggers.
A type of gateway that enables communication between
different APIs and systems, typically used to manage
API gateway
security, rate limiting, and other aspects of API
management.
The process of verifying the identity of a user or system,
Authentication typically using credentials such as usernames and
passwords or digital certificates.
The process of granting or restricting access to specific
Authorization resources or functionality based on a user's or system's
identity and permissions.
The set of rules and processes that govern the behavior
of a software system or application, typically including
Business logic
features such as data validation and workflow
management.

The process of integrating different cloud-based systems

Cloud integration or applications, typically using APIs, webhooks, or other
integration methods

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The process of combining and merging data from

Data integration different sources or systems, typically used to enable
analytics and reporting.
The process of ensuring that data is consistent and up-to-
Data
date across different systems or applications, typically
synchronization
used to avoid data inconsistencies or errors.
Digital asset
A system or process used to manage digital assets such as
management
images, videos, and other media files.
(DAM)
Extract, Transform, Load, a process used to integrate and
consolidate data from different sources or systems,
ETL
typically including features such as data cleansing and
transformation.
A security system that controls and monitors traffic
Firewall between different networks or systems, typically used to
prevent unauthorized access and protect against attacks.
File Transfer Protocol, a protocol used to transfer files
FTP
between different systems or networks.

An older or outdated software system or application that

Legacy system is still in use, typically requiring special integration
methods or tools

A technology used to enable asynchronous

Message queue communication and processing between different
systems or applications
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A type of integration that involves using middleware to

Middleware
enable communication and data exchange between
integration
different systems or applications.
The process of connecting and integrating different
Network
networks, typically used to enable communication and
integration
data exchange between different systems or applications.
A type of API that uses REST principles to enable
RESTful API communication and data exchange between different
systems or applications.
Software-as-a-Service, a software delivery model where
SaaS applications are hosted and managed by a third-party
provider and accessed over the internet.
A type of web service that uses SOAP to enable
SOAP web service communication and data exchange between different
systems or applications.
Secure Sockets Layer, a security protocol used to encrypt
SSL
and protect data transmitted over the internet.
Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol, a set of
protocols used to enable communication and data
TCP/IP
exchange between different systems or applications over
the internet
A technology used to enable asynchronous
Message queue communication and processing between different
systems or applications

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