IntegrationMarch 2026
Why most integrations fail (and how to avoid it)
Most integration projects don't fail because of bad code. They fail because of unclear ownership, undocumented assumptions, and a lack of error handling strategy from day one.
Insights.
Thinking on system integration, legacy modernisation, and building better digital infrastructure - from the Sys-Integrate team.
LegacyFebruary 2026
The strangler fig pattern: modernising legacy systems without the big bang
Replacing a legacy system all at once is rarely the right move. The strangler fig pattern lets you incrementally replace functionality while keeping the business running.
ArchitectureJanuary 2026
API-first design: why it matters and how to get it right
Designing your API before you build your application forces better decisions about data shape, versioning, and consumer needs - before those decisions become expensive to change.
ArchitectureMay 2026
Event-driven architecture: why decoupling is your superpower
Modern integration demands real-time responsiveness. Event-driven systems decouple your services, enabling scalable, resilient, and highly flexible digital ecosystems.
TestingMay 2026
Contract testing: the secret to integration peace of mind
Tired of integrations breaking every time a partner changes an API? Contract testing makes your dependencies explicit and your deployments fearless.