Ben Hatton Ben Hatton

From Data Connect to Enterprise iPaaS: Modernizing Ellucian Integrations Post Go‑Live

When schools move to Ellucian Banner or Colleague SaaS, integrations are often handled through Ellucian’s professional services using Data Connect. Over time, institutions often find themselves limited by what Data Connect was built to do. We explore why these integrations fall short and what institutions can do to modernize and future-proof their integration strategy.

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What to Look for in an iPaaS Solution

Looking for the right iPaaS solution? This guide breaks down the must-have features—from AI automation and low-code tools to pre-built connectors and data governance. Learn how Lingk’s iPaaS helps businesses simplify integration, boost efficiency, and scale with confidence.

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Ben Hatton Ben Hatton

Best Practices for Anthology Integrations

Anthology Together 2025 (AT25) is putting the spotlight on innovation, but for most institutions, the real challenge is integrating Anthology Student with the rest of their tech stack. Learn practical best practices to unify your SIS, CRM, LMS, and beyond—without costly delays or custom code.

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What is Data Management?

Data management is the foundation of trusted, AI-ready operations. This guide explains the core components—from schemas to governance—and how Lingk unifies them.

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What is Business Process Automation (BPA)?

Discover how Business Process Automation (BPA) is reshaping modern operations—boosting efficiency, reducing errors, and driving digital transformation. Learn how Lingk’s enterprise integration platform turns complex workflows into seamless, scalable automation.

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Ben Hatton Ben Hatton

What is IaaS (Integration as a Service)?

Integration-as-a-Service (IaaS) is changing how organizations manage data — and Lingk goes a step further. Learn how Lingk combines an enterprise iPaaS, expert services, and an AI-powered agent to deliver fast, flexible, fully-managed integrations.

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What is Data Mapping? And How to Automate It with AI

Data mapping is a foundational step in every data integration or migration effort, yet it's often the most time-consuming and error-prone. In this article, we explain what data mapping is, how it works, and how Lingk’s AI-powered Data Integrator Agent automates the process—reducing weeks of manual work to just seconds while improving accuracy and accelerating project delivery.

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What Is iPaaS? A Simple Guide to Integration Platforms

Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS) is a cloud-based solution that centralizes and automates data flows across your organization’s various applications, databases, and services. In this blog, we’ll break down the basics of iPaaS, explore its key benefits, and show why it can be a game-changer for modern, data-driven enterprises.

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Lingk: The Top iPaaS for Higher Ed

Unlike generic iPaaS tools, Lingk is purpose-built for higher education. With deep expertise in SIS, CRM, and LMS systems, our team helps institutions modernize integrations faster — and with less risk.

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What Institutions Need to Know Before Migrating to Workday Student

Transitioning to Workday Student can be a game-changer for institutions looking to modernize their Student Information System (SIS). But with any new system, challenges in data migration and integration can arise. Explore how institutions can navigate these hurdles and make the most of their Workday Student implementation—with expert guidance and innovative technology from partners like Lingk.

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Why 1-in-3 GenAI Projects Will Be Abandoned in 2025—and How You Can Beat the Odds

As organizations invest millions in generative AI projects to revolutionize business models and uncover new revenue streams, Gartner warns that 30% of these initiatives will be abandoned by 2025 due to poor data quality, inadequate governance, and escalating costs. The key to success lies in building a robust, unified data architecture that ensures data readiness, quality, and governance. Learn how Lingk’s All-in-One Data Platform can help organizations overcome these challenges and thrive in the era of the agentic enterprise.

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Unleashing Agentforce with Lingk: The Smarter Enterprise Integration Platform for SMEs

Discover how Lingk empowers small and medium-sized enterprises to unlock the full potential of Salesforce Agentforce. Our affordable iPaaS+ solution simplifies complex integrations, unifies your data across systems, and eliminates barriers like high costs and complexity. Learn how Lingk makes advanced AI capabilities accessible, driving growth and innovation in your organization.

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Benefits of Real-Time Data Integration Solutions

Real-time data integration solutions empower businesses to synchronize data across systems as it’s generated, providing up-to-the-minute insights for better decision-making and streamlined operations. Discover how real-time integration helps break down data silos, optimize processes, and deliver exceptional customer experiences.

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