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How is the Adapter different from an Independent Software Vendor (ISV) integration toolset?

April 26, 2017adapter different independent Integration ISV Software toolset vendor

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How is the Adapter different from an Independent Software Vendor (ISV) integration toolset?

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The Adapter is an out of the box, lightly extensible data integration tool. Version 1 of the Adapter has been built to integrate Microsoft Dynamics CRM and Microsoft Dynamics ERP applications only. It will allow for additional property mapping between existing entities which are exposed through the adapters, and the upcoming SDK release will allow additional adapters to be built. If your integration requires more complex needs such as introducing workflows into the integration components, integrating other 3rd party products, or doing more multi-mastering of data across multiple applications, then an ISV integration toolset may be more appropriate. 14. Was there a TAP/BETA program for the Adapter? There was a successful Partner TAP (Technology Adoption Program) as well as a Customer BETA program. This program has helped Microsoft validate key integration scenarios. 15. Will there be a Software Development Kit (SDK) for the Adapter? 16. Yes. The Adapter SDK will be available in Calendar