Prolog Connect is a Web Services platform extension for Prolog Manager that permits applications and people to securely connect and share construction project information over the Internet regardless of location, type of system or technology. Designed using the latest in Service Oriented Architectures and XML technology, Prolog Connect allows organizations to integrate enterprise applications, and users to develop and use role-based applications that connect to a centralized Prolog database.

Benefits

• Create flexible integrations to Prolog, either in a self-hosted environment or on-demand via ProjectTalk's online project management solution
• Eliminate disconnected information silos across departments by integrating other point applications to your Prolog data
• Ease training and improve Prolog adoption by leveraging user's existing desktop applications, such as Microsoft Excel
• Facilitate bi-directional access to Prolog Manager data and Microsoft Office applications while adhering to specific business rules and security settings
• Allow project team members to work offline, and then automatically update the central project management databases when re-connected to the Internet
• Provide in-house developers with a flexible framework for developing custom applications or user interfaces to Prolog
• Securely connect your external supply chain with your Prolog project management system without training them on a new application

Collaboration

Prolog Connect enables the convergence of enterprise applications with desktop productivity tools such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Virtual Earth to create Microsoft Office Business Applications (OBAs) and Prolog Desktop Applications. OBAs and Prolog Desktop Applications offer secure, bi-directional data exchange between familiar desktop applications and Prolog via the Internet. Securely connect your external supply chain with your project management system without training them on a new application. Learn more about role-based applications, download the Collaboration Pack datasheet.

Integration

Unlike traditional Web-based applications, the Prolog Connect Web Services platform allows the exchange of Prolog data with other systems while tightly maintaining data integrity, and adhering to business logic, security settings and the system nomenclature established by your organization. The Prolog Connect platform creates new opportunities for developers to integrate Prolog with third party software, and build custom applications or interfaces.

Interoperability

Create end-to-end business solutions with an extensible, interoperable Web Services platform that allows diverse systems and organizations to work together. Eliminate information silos, improve data integrity and streamline project management processes by integrating specialized point applications.

The Business Value of a Web Services Platform to Your Prolog User Community (PDF)
This white paper provides a detailed understanding of how project-based organizations, including top ENR ranked construction and engineering firms, regional building owners and contractors, and public agencies can gain significant business value from implementing Web Services platform technology, including insight into Prolog Connect integration and collaboration possibilities.