Why do we need to spend so many resources on APIs and integrations? This is typically a question asked by the CFO or CIO to the integration manager.  This alone is reason enough to establish and anchor an API and integration strategy. With a clear strategy you will also get: – A tool to focus your development efforts towards a common goal – Create clarity of the vision regarding integrations and data – Ensure organizational buy in for an API led architecture – Visualize the strategic value of integration In this session we will walk through the process of developing an API/integration strategy. How do you formulate the vision for data and APIs? How do you define the goals you need to achieve to support your vision and finally what focus areas do you need to work with, in order to achieve the change and momentum needed? When you are in place with your API/integration strategy, the next thing you need is a platform as the toolbox for your work. In this section we will walk through the steps needed in order to ensure that you choose the right platform that supports your strategy.