What is back-to-back integration?

Back-to-back integration is an approach where two or more business processes or systems are directly connected, without intermediate steps or delays. In the context of systems analysis and integration, this means that the output of one system or process immediately becomes the input for the next, ensuring a continuous flow of data and actions.

Example: In a supply chain, an order from a customer is directly transmitted to the procurement system, bypassing manual confirmation, which speeds up processing and reduces the likelihood of errors.

This approach helps increase efficiency, reduce response time, and automate interactions between systems.