| Apart from this, we are still copying sensitive data to multiple places. Duplication of data results in regulatory risks, security threats, and privacy liabilities. This is where Zero-copy integration comes in. What is Zero-copy integration? As the name suggests, Zero-copy implies that the data is NOT copied to the local system. Whenever the data is needed, it is fetched from the external application. Use cases of Zero-copy integration 1) Real-Time Inventory Visibility - Show current stock availability by fetching it in real-time from the ERP application, without storing it locally.
2) Enriched Customer Profiles - Fetch additional information about contact from data providers.
3) Financial Data Integration - See Invoice payment statuses by fetching data in real-time from accounting systems.
4) Social Media Listening - Fetch the latest posts from social media when needed.
By eliminating data duplication and ensuring real-time access, zero-copy integration fosters better data quality, improves operational efficiency, reduces storage overhead, and empowers sales teams with a more holistic view of the customer. Vtiger Application Platform (VTAP) now includes the Data Source Designer which makes it easy for developers to build zero-copy integrations. For more details, please view our help article. | 
