Should Have
60-90 days
Third-Party Integrations
Connecting and incorporating external services and APIs into the product to enhance functionality, improve efficiency, and add new capabilities without building them from scratch.
IMPLEMENTATION
Identify necessary third-party services and APIs that align with product requirements.
Evaluate and select providers based on reliability, scalability, security, and cost.
Obtain API keys and access credentials for selected services.
Review and understand the documentation of the chosen APIs.
Develop integration plans, detailing how and where each service will be used.
Implement the integration by writing code to connect the product with third-party services.
Conduct thorough testing to ensure seamless functionality and compatibility.
Monitor performance and handle any errors or issues that arise.
Document the integration process and maintain records for troubleshooting and future updates.
TIPS
Ensure robust error handling and fallback mechanisms are in place.
Regularly monitor the performance and availability of third-party services.
Keep APIs and services updated to benefit from new features and security patches.
Maintain open communication with third-party providers for support and updates.
Test integrations thoroughly in both development and production environments.
WHY IMPORTANT
Important for enhancing product functionality and providing a comprehensive user experience.
R
Engineering
A
Product Management
C
UI/UX Design, QA, Legal
I
Executive Team, Marketing, Sales, Customer Support