Yes, Lobster can also be suitable for companies that do not have large internal developer resources. Many data flows can be visually modeled and maintained without deep programming knowledge. DATA Passion handles implementation, operation, support and further development on request, taking the pressure off internal teams.
Lobster Integration
Lobster is an integration platform that delivers the most value for medium-sized companies. Pragmatism, quick implementation and system stability are what matter most. With DATA Passion as a certified partner, you get both: the right platform and an experienced team that will ensure a smooth implementation.
Lobster as an integration platform for hybrid IT and EDI
Data is everywhere today. In ERP, CRM, in specialist applications, databases, partner portals and cloud services. Data is rarely missing. The real problem is that the data rarely connects cleanly and each new interface takes time, creates risks and generates extra work.
This is exactly where we start. DATA Passion is a Lobster Integration Partner and connects the proven integration platform with an experienced team that gets your integration running reliably.
Your benefits
- Faster implementation without uncontrolled sprawl: Instead of building each interface as a single project, a structured integration layer is created. This speeds up new connections and reduces the effort involved in making changes.
- Integration, EDI and APIs in one approach: Many landscapes separate these topics organisationally and technically. Lobster consolidates all of this in one platform, which reduces complexity and increases transparency.
- Clear responsibilities: No support ping-pong. DATA Passion handles day-to-day operations and escalates directly to Lobster if necessary.
- Hybrid reality: On-premises and cloud are operated together without compromising either.
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What our Lobster partnership means to you
As a Lobster Integration Partner, we support you from initial planning and implementation through to ongoing operations. DATA Passion handles the implementation, configuration and operational support at the first and second support level and is your main point of contact for day-to-day operations.
For more in-depth, vendor-specific topics, Lobster is integrated as the third support level. Escalations follow a clear process. For you this means: Clear responsibilities, fast response times and reliable operations. You work with a partner who knows your integration environment and at the same time have direct access to Lobster as vendor backup.
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Is Lobster suitable for your IT landscape?
Lobster is a German integration platform for data integration, EDI and API management. The platform connects systems and applications without writing code, via a consistent no-code approach that makes data flows configurable, documentable and maintainable.
Lobster can be operated on-premises, in the cloud or hybrid, depending on what fits your IT strategy and your compliance requirements. Lobster is particularly suitable if you are looking for an integration platform that quickly delivers added value and remains easy to manage day to day.
Typical situations are
- You want to set up integrations quickly and be able to adapt them easily later on, without having to redevelop them every time a change is made.
- You have many data formats and different systems that need to work together reliably.
- EDI connections are business-critical, and new partners need to be connected more quickly.
- You want to provide APIs whilst retaining an overview of and control over data flows.
- You are specifically looking for an 'Integration Made in Germany' solution that offers direct lines of communication and clear collaboration.
- For compliance and governance reasons, you require an on-premises or hybrid setup, but you still want a platform that can evolve pragmatically.
Lobster delivers the most value in certain situations. If any of the following applies to your business, Lobster is most likely a suitable choice for your IT landscape:
- You need fast implementation without a large development team. Lobster is particularly suitable for companies that want to build integrations efficiently and operate without writing code.
- You have many EDI connections. When trading partners, suppliers or logistics service providers need to be connected, this is where Lobster really stands out.
- Your IT landscape is hybrid. Lobster supports scenarios in which on-premises systems and cloud applications need to work together flexibly.
- You need control over operations and governance. Lobster is interesting for compliance, data protection or governance requirements because controlled on-premises or hybrid operation is possible.
If another platform is a better fit for your specific situation, we will tell you so directly. Our advice is vendor-neutral and based solely on your requirements.
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When is Lobster the right choice?
How we support you as a Lobster partner
Advice
We analyse your existing system landscape and identify how Lobster can optimally map your data flows, EDI processes and system connections. Together we develop an integration strategy that will help your company & suit your requirements.
Design
Based on the advice, we develop a detailed integration concept, including data mapping, process architecture and the definition of all interfaces to internal and external systems. This creates a solid foundation for a structured, scalable implementation with Lobster.
Implementation
Our experts implement the developed concept precisely, from setting up the platform to the development of individual mappings to connecting your ERP, CRM or partner systems. We support you through all project phases up to the successful Go-Live.
Migration
We transfer existing EDI connections, data formats or integrations from legacy systems into the Lobster environment safely and without interruption. Throughout the process, we ensure that ongoing business processes remain stable and that no data is lost.
Support level 1 & 2
In day-to-day operations, we are your main point of contact. We know your integration environment and resolve operational questions without you having to navigate through vendor hotlines. Escalations to Lobster at level 3 follow a clear escalation path.
Operation
We ensure that your integrations are running, with a clear overview, defined responsibilities and fast response times. You work with a partner who knows your integration environment and at the same time have direct access to Lobster as vendor backup.
Why Data Passion
Integration expertise for your IT landscape
Integration delivers real value not only by choosing the right platform, but through clean implementation and stable operation.
We have been working with established integration solutions for many years and recommend the platform that fits each IT landscape without vendor bias. We have deliberately added Lobster to our portfolio because it delivers the most value in medium-sized companies.
The focus here is on pragmatism, rapid implementation and stable, easily manageable operations. Lobster offers a clear, transparent approach, particularly in hybrid IT environments involving numerous partners, data formats and operational interfaces.
Integration doesn’t have to be more complicated just because your IT landscape is growing. With Lobster and DATA Passion you can create one integration foundation that runs reliably, can be scaled quickly and offers clear responsibilities across your organisation.
FAQ about Lobster Integration
Lobster bundles data integration, EDI and API management in one platform. Data flows are graphically modeled, which allows integrations to be faster to implement and easier to maintain. The solution can be operated on-premises, in the cloud or hybrid. This makes Lobster particularly suitable for companies that want to manage their IT landscape flexibly and operate independently of a single cloud infrastructure. As a made-in-Germany solution, Lobster is also interesting for companies that particularly value data protection, direct vendor access and manageable operating models.
Lobster is particularly suitable for industries with many trading partners, complex data formats and high EDI volumes. These include trade, e-commerce, logistics and industry. Wherever orders, delivery notifications, invoices or status messages have to be exchanged between systems and partners automatically, this is where Lobster really excels.
Yes, existing EDI connections can be analysed, migrated in a structured manner and centrally managed in Lobster. Lobster supports common data formats and standards such as EDIFACT, ANSI X12, CSV, XML and JSON as well as various transmission channels such as SFTP, HTTP, API or email. DATA Passion supports the migration from analysis to implementation to stable operation.
The duration depends on the complexity of the IT landscape, the number of connections and the technical requirements. Thanks to the no-code or low-code approach and existing connectors, many integration scenarios can be implemented faster than in classic middleware projects. After an initial analysis, DATA Passion provides a realistic assessment of the effort, schedule and recommended approach.
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Use the full potential of your IT landscape
If you would like to know whether Lobster fits your IT landscape and which integration approaches deliver the most impact, please contact us.
We provide a clear assessment and a realistic recommendation, vendor-neutral and tailored to your specific situation.