A while ago, when I was a Software Architect, we explored a new tool to integrate our suppliers and distribute their offerings. One of the candidates was TIBCO’s solution. It was new and fresh back then, and it looked easy, at least on the surface.
Everyone was excited but our ops team, and we on the tech side, weren’t convinced. We were worried onboarding new suppliers would take more time, not less. Updating flows? Even more painful. In the end, we were right. It didn’t work for us. We ended up building a patchwork of custom workarounds that slowed down our delivery. We moved on.
Your current setup might work fine today. But B2B isn’t standing still. With constant changes: new protocols, security requirements, mandates, supply chain disruptions – the complexity is only growing. The question is: are you confident your platform will keep up?
If not, maybe it’s time to look elsewhere.
Curious how Axway compares to TIBCO? We’ve put it side-by-side. Check it out!
I represent Axway B2B Integration (B2Bi), and I feel confident about what we offer. We were named a Leader in the IDC B2B MarketScape last year. Yes, it’s a strong solution, and here’s why:
- Complex use-cases handled out-of-the-box: Based on our analysis and customer feedback, many other platforms require coding or additional logic to manage B2B/EDI nuances. Axway B2Bi is purpose-built. You don’t need workarounds to support industry protocols or partner-specific requirements.
- Standalone platform: B2Bi is not bundled into a larger suite where you’re paying for tools you don’t use. It’s focused. You pay only for what you actually need – B2B/EDI and API integration.
- Modern architecture: Axway supports hybrid deployments: on-premises, cloud, or both. Classic deployment or modern containers. You can scale, modernize, and migrate at your pace.
- One tool for EDI + API: No need to switch platforms. You can enable seamless flows across X12, EDIFACT, XML, JSON – all driven by protocols like AS2, AS4, SFTP, and more.
- In-house global support: 24/7 support with real experts. It’s not outsourced. Our follow-the-sun model means we’re always available.
- Managed services option: Need full peace of mind? We can take full ownership of your B2B integration through our experienced managed services team.
We believe that, while TIBCO BusinessConnect and BusinessWorks are well-established general-purpose integration platforms, they may not be fully aligned with the specific demands of modern B2B/EDI – especially at enterprise scale. Based on our experience and conversations with experts knowing TIBCO and Axway, achieving similar outcomes often required more customization and effort compared to Axway’s native capabilities. That difference matters – especially when speed, reliability, and partner satisfaction are on the line.
What’s next? You can talk to our team or see a live demo. And if you’re wondering how hard migration might be – you might be surprised. Our professional services team is known for making it efficient and smooth.