Unlocking the Power of APIs at API World 2023

Unlocking the Power of APIs at API World 2023

Table of Contents:

1. Introduction
2. What is mesh?
3. Messaging
4. Event Processing
5. Streaming
6. Integration Modes 6.1 On-Prem 6.2 Cloud 6.3 Multicloud
7. Mesh IQ Platform Overview
8. Problems Solved by Mesh IQ
9. Customer Success Stories
10. About Mesh IQ
11. How to Engage with Mesh IQ
12. Conclusion

Introduction

Welcome to the Mesh IQ Session! In this session, we will discuss the number one observability platform for the integration mesh. We will cover various topics, including what mesh is, different messaging technologies, event processing, streaming, integration modes, and the Mesh IQ platform. You will also learn about the problems solved by Mesh IQ and hear some customer success stories. So, let's dive in and explore the world of integration mesh and observability!

What is mesh?

Integration mesh refers to the combination of messaging, event processing, and streaming technologies deployed across hybrid cloud environments. It enables the seamless connection of legacy and modern applications, facilitating efficient data transfer and processing. In the Context of this session, mesh serves as the foundation for our observability platform, Mesh IQ. So, let's Delve deeper into these technologies to gain a better understanding.

Messaging

Messaging is one of the oldest forms of data transfer, allowing the exchange of information between applications. It involves sending messages using messaging brokers, which act as intermediaries, ensuring reliable delivery. Some popular messaging technologies include IBM MQ, ActiveMQ, and RabbitMQ. Open-source solutions like ActiveMQ and RabbitMQ have gained significant popularity due to their effectiveness in facilitating messaging across applications.

Event Processing

Event processing is an advanced version of messaging that revolves around the concept of publishing and subscribing to events. Events are published and routed through a broker, following the pub-sub (publish-subscribe) pattern. Leading cloud vendors, such as Google, Amazon, and Azure, have developed their own event processing technologies, such as Google Cloud Pub/Sub, Amazon SQS, and Azure ESB. Apache Kafka, an open-source solution, has emerged as the standard for streaming data across applications.

Streaming

Streaming technology enables the handling of large volumes of real-time data, such as click-throughs on a Website or customer notifications. Apache Kafka is a widely adopted streaming platform, known for its ability to handle high-throughput data streams. Other notable options include Apache Flink, Pulsar, and Hazelcast. Streaming technologies are rapidly evolving towards stream processing, unlocking new possibilities for data analysis and real-time decision-making.

Integration Modes

Integration mesh can be deployed in various modes, depending on the infrastructure requirements. These modes include on-premises, cloud-Based, and multicloud deployments.

1. On-Premises: In this mode, the messaging, event processing, and streaming technologies are deployed within the organization's own data centers. It provides complete control and security over the integration infrastructure.

2. Cloud-based: Cloud providers, such as AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure, offer their own messaging and event processing technologies as managed services. Organizations can leverage these cloud-based technologies to enable seamless integration between applications.

3. Multicloud: In the context of integration mesh, multicloud refers to utilizing multiple cloud providers simultaneously. Organizations may choose different cloud vendors based on their specific requirements, resulting in a complex messaging infrastructure that must be effectively managed and monitored.

Mesh IQ Platform Overview

Mesh IQ is a comprehensive observability and management platform designed for Middleware applications. Whether you are using messaging technologies like IBM MQ, ActiveMQ, or RabbitMQ, or streaming technologies like Apache Kafka and Confluent, Mesh IQ provides complete visibility and control. Our platform is accessible via an API, enabling seamless integration with other products such as Grafana and Prometheus. With role-based access controls and object-level security features, Mesh IQ ensures secure and efficient management of your middleware sprawl.

Problems Solved by Mesh IQ

Mesh IQ addresses the challenges faced by various stakeholders, including developers, application owners, shared services teams, and support teams.

1. Developers: Mesh IQ simplifies the management and deployment of configurations across the CI/CD toolchain, streamlining the DevOps process. It allows developers to focus on building applications while seamlessly deploying the required middleware.

2. Application Owners: Mesh IQ provides a single pane of Glass for visibility into potential problems, ensuring that applications are functional and delivering value to end users. The platform enables proactive troubleshooting, quick issue detection, and resolution, ultimately improving user satisfaction.

3. Shared Services Teams: Mesh IQ assists shared services teams in managing the integration infrastructure for multiple IT teams. With 24/7 uptime, centralized visibility, and analytics capabilities, teams can efficiently support the integration needs of various business units.

4. Support Teams: Support teams greatly benefit from Mesh IQ's ability to quickly identify and resolve issues. With track and Trace capabilities, performance analytics, and threshold-based alerts, teams can swiftly detect bottlenecks, reduce MTTR (Mean Time to Resolution), and ensure high-quality customer support.

Customer Success Stories

Many organizations have experienced significant benefits after adopting Mesh IQ. Here are a few success stories:

1. Large US Bank: By gaining visibility and control over their messaging platforms, this bank saved over $20 million compared to their previous solutions.

2. Major Bank: With over 60 million daily transactions, this bank monitored thousands of queues and channels, resulting in an annual cost reduction of $3 million.

3. Retailer in North America: By resolving order fulfillment issues, this retailer achieved a 70% reduction in support tickets and improved customer satisfaction.

4. Telecommunications Provider: This provider witnessed a 30% reduction in service issues and provisioning, resulting in a significant improvement in their MTTR.

5. Bank in England: By tracking and monitoring transactions, this bank reduced loss and latent transactions by 60%, leading to a 90% reduction in reporting penalties.

About Mesh IQ

Mesh IQ is an integration expert that specializes in observability and management solutions for middleware applications. With over 100 customers across six continents, we have a proven track Record of delivering value and ensuring the reliability of integration infrastructures. Our leadership team brings over 100 years of combined experience in integration and observability, making Mesh IQ a trusted partner for organizations seeking seamless and efficient integration solutions.

How to Engage with Mesh IQ

To engage with Mesh IQ, you can visit our website at meshiq.com. There, you can explore our platform, request a demo, and stay updated with our monthly Tech Talks. If you have any specific inquiries or would like to see a personalized demo based on your organization's integration needs, feel free to reach out to us via email. We Are dedicated to helping you optimize your middleware management and achieve reliable, efficient, and scalable integration across your organization.

Conclusion

In conclusion, observability and management of integration mesh play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless functioning of modern applications. With Mesh IQ, organizations gain the ability to consolidate and simplify their middleware management, detect and resolve issues proactively, and achieve end-to-end visibility across their integration infrastructures. Our platform provides real value by delivering tangible business outcomes, reducing costs, improving customer satisfaction, and enabling faster time-to-market for new features. Don't let the complexity of integration hinder your organization's growth and success – embrace Mesh IQ and unlock the full potential of your integration mesh.