Systems Integration

ALSO CALLED: IT Systems Integration, System Integration, Convergence, Network Systems Integration, Integration, Digital Convergence, Integrating Systems, Integrated Systems, Technology Integration, IT System Integration
DEFINITION: A systems integrator (SI) is an individual or business that builds computing systems for clients by combining hardware and software products from multiple vendors. Using a systems integrator, a company can align cheaper, pre-configured components and off-the-shelf software to meet key business goals, as opposed to more expensive, customized implementations that may require original programming or manufacture  … 
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SYSTEMS INTEGRATION DEFINITION (continued): …  of unique components. Creation of these information systems may include designing or building a customized architecture or application, integrating it with new or existing hardware, packaged and custom software, and communications infrastructure. Some systems integrators working in specialized areas, like SAP installations or upgrades, may offer more customization for specific applications. Systems integration has traditionally been a crucial specialty in the defense contracting industry. Proprietary, closed systems needs to be upgraded or, as is often the case, legacy hardware or software must … 
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