Technology

API Gateway

Quick answer

A single entry point that routes, secures and controls API calls to backend services.

Key takeaways

Authentication and authorisation
Rate limiting and throttling
Routing and versioning
Logging and monitoring

What an API gateway is

API gateway is the component sitting in front of services that manages all API calls: routing, authentication, rate limiting, logging, transformation. It hides internal complexity behind a single interface.

Why it matters

As the number of integrations grows, the gateway provides centralised control over security, versions and traffic, instead of each service reimplementing these rules.

Typical functions

Authentication and authorisation

Rate limiting and throttling

Routing and versioning

Logging and monitoring

How CRMconnect helps

CRMconnect exposes and consumes APIs through a controlled layer with centralised authentication, monitoring and error handling, so integrations stay secure and observable as the ecosystem grows.

Real-world example

A company with dozens of integrations handled security differently in each. Consolidating calls on CRMconnect's controlled layer standardised authentication and logging, reducing incidents.

Last updated: 2026-07-17

Frequently asked

Difference between API gateway and iPaaS?+

The gateway controls API access (security, routing, traffic); iPaaS orchestrates full integration flows between applications. They complement each other.

Do I need a gateway for a few integrations?+

The benefit grows with the number of integrations. At small scale it's optional; at large scale it becomes essential for control and security.

Where CRMconnect fits

Conectori ERP Integrări CRMconnect Marketplace Connector

Want to see CRMconnect in action?

Personalized demo in 30 minutes - no card, no commitment.

Related terms