iPaaS (Integration Platform as a Service) is a cloud-based platform for connecting applications and syncing data between systems, focusing on enterprise data integration. Workflow automation focuses on orchestrating business processes with triggers and actions. Modern tools are converging, with iPaaS adding workflow features and workflow tools deepening their integration capabilities.

What is the difference between iPaaS and workflow automation?

iPaaS (Integration Platform as a Service) focuses on connecting applications and synchronizing data between systems, while workflow automation focuses on orchestrating multi-step business processes with triggers, conditions, and actions. In practice, modern tools often overlap: iPaaS platforms like Workato include workflow features, and workflow tools like Zapier offer deep integrations.

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