Modernizing the Backbone: SAP Integration via AWS API Gateway.
In an era of globalized manufacturing and real-time data requirements, a robust and scalable interface between the cleanroom and the ERP system is no longer just an option — it is a critical success factor for digital transformation. We have redesigned our SAP connector, moving away from traditional middleware towards a cloud-native, serverless architecture based on the AWS API Gateway.
Why AWS API Gateway?
The decision to migrate to a serverless API management solution was driven by three core pillars: security, scalability, and cost-efficiency.
- Maximum Scalability & Performance: The AWS API Gateway handles traffic peaks effortlessly. Whether you are processing a few sporadic measurements or thousands of concurrent data points from a global site rollout, the infrastructure scales automatically without manual intervention. This ensures consistent sub-second latency for all SAP transactions.
- Multi-Layered Security: Data integrity and protection are paramount. The interface implements advanced traffic control including burst limits and throttling to ensure constant availability. Security is guaranteed by a multi-layered authentication process via Basic Auth and x.509 certificates including serial number verification via explicit whitelist. All data is protected by continuous TLS 1.3 encryption (End-to-End).
- 87% Operating Cost Reduction: Traditional middleware often requires expensive, 24/7 dedicated server instances. By leveraging the serverless "Pay-as-you-go" model of AWS, we have eliminated idling costs. You only pay for the actual data requests processed, resulting in a documented reduction of operating costs for the SAP interface by approximately 87%.
The Future of Pharma Connectivity.
By combining the stability of SAP S/4HANA with the agility of AWS Cloud technology, Moqlero provides a future-proof integration layer that meets even the strictest GxP and IT security requirements. This upgrade ensures that your monitoring data is always where it needs to be: securely, quickly, and cost-effectively in your central ERP system and - of course - Moqlero.