Ellucian Ethos vs. eZintegrations

Ethos Integration is a work in progress. Some API's are still not available under this framework. However, it has the advantage of being an abstraction layer on top of the database, supports the publish-subscribe model. Since some Banner 9 modules still do not support the direct SAML2 connection, Ethos Identity (EIS Server) is a necessity for SSO.

Incentivized

eZintegrations is a great cloud-based integration tool, which is well suited in scenarios where extremely fast and real-time integrations are required. It is a low-code platform, which is suitable to use when there is a limited technical expertise available in the organization. It can be used for building powerful visual mapping of the integrations created in real time.

• It allows connection between systems that are completely different
• It allows you to use workflows in terms of if one thing happens in one system you can "notify" multiple subscribers to take actions
• It has analytics to provide you insights into your applications

Incentivized

• Easy to use
• No technical expertise required
• Extremely fast
• Low-code platform
• Hassle-free integrations

• Operational reporting: This does not replace or provide an easy platform for operational reports or warehousing. It would be nice if they provided a full stack.
• Learning curve: Training and documentation are minimal.

Incentivized

Support from Ellucian for Ethos Integration was generally good. The help in building Ethos was adequate, and resolving issues were handled professionally. However, for Ethos Identity module, the support in building the cluster failover architecture was lacking. After over a month of open engagement, the issue still has not been resolved.

Incentivized

We have not used any other product similar to this, but for us, it made sense that the first product we tried was made by the company who developed our ERP system because they know the system inside/out. Solutions made by other companies that only look into documentation does not mean they would be able to create a product that could do such integration well.

Incentivized

eZintegrations is better than the competition because nothing can beat it when it comes to ease of use and speed. The tool, unlike others, doesn't require any technical expertise and can be used by anyone without extreme IT skills. We have selected eZintegrations based on the quality of features that it has with real-time visual mapping dominating them all.

• Our ROI is nonexistent at this time as we are still implementing. However, the minimal cost signifies that it will be a significant help.

Incentivized

• Helped us track our carrier location in real time
• Helped us issue and collect invoices automatically
• We have improved on route planning significantly through eZintegrations