In today’s fast-paced real estate landscape, maximizing efficiency is more than a goal—it’s necessary. At Assetsoft, we are the experts in helping businesses reach this objective by providing expert consulting and integration services for MRI Software’s PMX product. Our extensive experience and deep understanding of the MRI MIX API allow us to connect MRI PMX to critical software like ADP, Procore, Jones, and Concur, enabling smooth data exchange that boosts productivity and transparency.
As an experienced MRI Software Consultant, Assetsoft combines deep technical expertise with a strategic approach, helping clients harness the full power of their technology stack. Our goal is to support real estate companies in transforming their operations through seamless integration, reducing redundancies, and promoting data-driven decision-making.
The Value of Integrating MRI PMX with Key Business Systems
MRI’s PMX system is renowned for its robust features tailored to property management, yet its potential can only be fully realized when integrated with other core business systems. MRI PMX can seamlessly exchange data with platforms like ADP for payroll processing, Procore for project management, Jones for risk management, and Concur for expense tracking with the proper setup.
Through this integration, users can centralize and automate critical processes, such as updating payroll records, tracking project budgets, or logging expense data. By consolidating data from various sources into MRI PMX, your organization benefits from a single source of truth, enabling teams to make faster, well-informed decisions and revolutionizing your operations.
A Closer Look at the Technical Process
The integration process involves technical steps that ensure data is securely and accurately exchanged between MRI and third-party software. Here’s a breakdown of how Assetsoft tackles MRI MIX API integration:
1. MRI API Registration and Credentials
Each integration begins with API registration on the MRI Software platform. Upon registration, essential credentials like ClientId, Database Name, User ID, and PartnerKey are generated. These credentials form the foundation of MRI API access. To ensure security, we use these details to create an MRI access username formatted according to MRI’s specifications and then base64-encode the username and password for secure transmission.
2. Setting Up Request Headers and Authentication
Once credentials are in place, we set up request headers for authentication. Our middleware system, developed specifically to interact with MRI and other systems, adds this information to each request header in the format required by MRI’s API. This authentication step is crucial, as it validates the connection and establishes a secure line of communication.
After successful authentication, the API generates a unique key that serves as a token for all subsequent requests. This key is stored securely in our middleware and must be included in each request header, ensuring only authorized parties can access MRI data.
3. Data Transmission and Query Format
3. Data Transmission and Query Format
Data exchange with MRI typically occurs through XML format, which allows structured data to be transmitted effectively. Here’s an example XML body for a transaction data query:
<Request>
<Transaction>
<ID>12345</ID>
<Amount>100.00</Amount>
</Transaction>
</Request>
Integrating Concur API with MRI PMX: A Case Study in Expense Management
1. Registration and Credentials for Concur API
The process starts by registering the application in the SAP Concur Developer Portal. Post-registration, credentials like ClientId and ClientSecret are provided. These are stored securely in our middleware database, ensuring all sensitive information is safeguarded.
2. Access Token Retrieval and Usage
Using Concur’s OAuth endpoint, we request an access token by sending a POST request with the ClientId and ClientSecret. The access token obtained here serves as the authorization for all Concur API requests. In every API request, this token is added to the authorization header, enabling secure data exchange with Concur.
For example, a request to retrieve expense transaction data from Concur’s financial integration API might look like this:
GET https://us2.api.concursolutions.com/financialintegration/fi/v4/companies/transactiontypes/expense/transactionsAuthorization: Bearer your_access_token
Middleware: The Hub for Data Synchronization
Middleware: The Hub for Data Synchronization
Our custom middleware bridges MRI PMX and other systems, facilitating smooth data flow and adding an extra layer of security and validation. Data from Concur, ADP, or other software flows into the middleware, where it is transformed, validated, and securely stored. This middleware also houses tables like InterfaceVendorTemplateValues, which store essential configuration details, helping us ensure that each client’s data is handled uniquely and with the utmost security.
Integration Flow: Concur to MRI
Integration Flow: Concur to MRI
- Data Retrieval from Concur: We fetch expense data from Concur using an Azure HTTP trigger job.
- Data Transformation in Middleware: The retrieved data is validated and formatted per MRI’s requirements.
- Data Push to MRI PMX: The transformed data is sent to MRI’s API for inclusion in the PMX database.
- Response Logging: Responses from MRI are logged, allowing for easy tracking and audit.
Why Assetsoft is the Trusted MRI Software Consultant
Why Assetsoft is the Trusted MRI Software Consultant
Assetsoft brings years of experience and industry knowledge to every project, making us a trusted MRI Software Consultant for companies looking to elevate their operations. With our integration solutions, you can unlock the full potential of MRI PMX, seamlessly connecting it with the software that drives your business.
Our commitment to security and data accuracy means you can trust us to handle sensitive information carefully. Assetsoft’s MRI integrations are designed to boost productivity, reduce costs, and enable data-driven decision-making, from payroll automation with ADP to streamlined expense tracking with Concur.
Ready to Transform Your Property Management System?
Ready to Transform Your Property Management System?
If you’re looking to maximize your technology investments and create a fully integrated property management ecosystem, Assetsoft is here to help. We have a proven track record in MRI MIX API development, making us the ideal partner to integrate MRI PMX with the tools you rely on every day. Contact us today to learn how our expert MRI Software Consulting services can give your business a competitive edge.