10 ways companies are utilizing
XML on the IBM i today!
With the state of today’s economy, companies running their businesses on the IBM i are searching for ways to get more value out of the platform they old dear. Krengel Technology, an IBM Business Partner has found many of their customers who utilize RPG-XML Suite have leveraged XML to dramatically reduced costs or directly increased efficiencies within their companies.
Here are 10 real-world examples showing how XML is being utilized by businesses running on the IBM i who depend on RPG-XML Suite daily:
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Retail – sending and receiving auto parts information between retailers and suppliers via XML |
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Manufacturing – completely avoiding the internal mailing of invoices by sending an XML data feed to the Post Office which then handles all printing and mailing of invoices |
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Insurance – Sending auto insurance applicant information to a credit reporting agency to receive back a comprehensive credit score prior to creating an applicant’s policy |
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Transportation – Truck drivers sign in to a website interface remotely and receive their directions by having the front end website communicate real-time with a backend iSeries via XML |
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Pharmaceutical – Communicating directly with DHL to receive real-time shipping status updates on packages |
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Entertainment – Sending personal information notifications (like "Happy Birthday") to a kiosk device upon the swiping of a customer’s card |
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Utilities – Integration of Oracle’s Mobile Workforce Management software with local city water government to transmit the water meter readings from remote service staff in the field |
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Government – State county agency sends vehicle data to state DMV (department of motor vehicles) to get real-time title statuses |
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Financial – Investment firm sends XML files to New York Stock Exchange to exchange information with different member firms and other business partners |
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Health Care – Hospital sends patient treatment summary to insurance provider which returns eligible coverage under insurance plan |
How can you utilize XML in 2009 to open new doors of profitability within your company? Let RPG-XML Suite and Krengel Technology help you get the most out of your IBM i!