A METHODOLOGY TO DEVELOP INTEROPERABILITY OF ENTERPRISE APPLICATIONS

This paper aims at presenting basic concepts and principles in order to develop a methodology to set up the interoperability of enterprise applications. Definitions and clarifications related to the concept of interoperability are given and the difference between integration and interoperability is discussed. Interoperability framework and cycle that are components supporting the methodology are presented; a structured approach and related phases are proposed. Conclusion is given at the end of the paper.