: Streamline HR Tasks
UKG Pro WFM and Boomi integration simplifies HR processes. Here's what you need to know:
- UKG Pro WFM: HR software for workforce, payroll, and time tracking
- Boomi: Platform connecting business applications
Key benefits of integration:
Benefit | Description |
---|---|
Data Exchange | Automatic data movement between UKG and other apps |
Time Saving | Automates HR tasks |
Better Data | Keeps information current across systems |
Simpler Tasks | Eases payroll and onboarding |
Before starting:
- Set up UKG account (API key, service account, domain URL)
- Create Boomi account
- Learn basic API concepts
Integration process:
- Prepare UKG (find API docs, create keys, choose endpoints)
- Set up Boomi (start new process, set up connectors)
- Map data between UKG and Boomi
- Add business logic (create workflows, set triggers)
- Test and launch
Tips:
- Focus on data safety
- Optimize performance
- Monitor for issues
Regular upkeep:
- Check integration often
- Keep both systems updated
- Expand integration as needed
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Before You Start
To connect UKG with Boomi, follow these steps:
Set up your UKG account
Step | Action |
---|---|
1 | Find your customer API key in UKG account settings |
2 | Make a service account with the right permissions |
3 | Get your UKG Pro domain URL (like https://[your-company].ultipro.com ) |
4 | Give your service account the correct security profile |
Create a Boomi account
- Sign up on the Boomi website
- Get to know the Boomi AtomSphere platform
- Set up Boomi Atom (the tool that runs integration processes)
Learn basic API concepts
Concept | Description |
---|---|
API endpoints | UKG Pro API access points |
Authentication | How to use your UKG Pro API key |
HTTP methods | GET, POST, PUT, DELETE for API requests |
Data formats | JSON and XML for API data |
How UKG-Boomi Integration Works
Integration process overview
UKG-Boomi integration connects UKG Pro WFM with other business apps. Here's how it works:
- Find UKG Pro WFM connection points
- Set up Boomi connectors for UKG and other systems
- Match data fields between UKG and connected apps
- Create workflows and business rules
- Set up triggers and schedules for data updates
- Test and launch the integration
Boomi's visual tools make it easy to build integrations without much coding. It has ready-made connectors and data tools to quickly link UKG Pro WFM with other business systems.
Main benefits of integration
UKG-Boomi integration helps improve HR tasks:
Benefit | Description |
---|---|
Fewer Errors | Automatic data transfer reduces manual entry mistakes |
Faster Work | Streamlines HR tasks, saving time and effort |
Current Data | Keeps information up-to-date across all systems |
Better Reports | Combines data from multiple sources for thorough analysis |
Rule Following | Improves tracking of work hours and data management |
Easy Growth | Adapts to business needs and new system connections |
Connecting UKG Pro WFM with other apps through Boomi can greatly improve HR processes:
- Payroll: Automatically sends work hours to payroll software for accurate, on-time payments
- Employee Info: Quickly adds new hire details from hiring systems to UKG Pro WFM
- Scheduling: Helps manage employee shifts and labor costs by linking with scheduling tools
These connections help HR teams focus on important tasks instead of manual data work, leading to better efficiency and smarter decisions.
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Step-by-Step Integration Guide
Prepare UKG for integration
Find UKG API documentation
- Look for UKG API docs
- Learn about endpoints, data structures, and how to log in
- Check which API features you need
Create API keys and tokens
- Go to your UKG account settings
- Make API keys and tokens
- Keep these safe - you'll need them to connect UKG and Boomi
Choose integration endpoints
Pick the UKG endpoints you want to use, like:
Endpoint Type | Description |
---|---|
Employee data | Basic info about workers |
Time and attendance | Work hours and schedules |
Payroll details | Pay rates and salary info |
Set up Boomi for UKG integration
Start a new integration process
- Log in to Boomi
- Make a new project for UKG
- Follow Boomi's setup steps
Set up Boomi connectors
- Find the UKG connector in Boomi
- If there's no UKG connector, use a basic REST API one
- Add your API keys and endpoint info
Create secure connections
Make sure your connection is safe:
Security Measure | Description |
---|---|
Use SSL/TLS | Encrypt data as it moves |
Follow best practices | Do what UKG and Boomi suggest for safety |
Map data between UKG and Boomi
Choose key data fields
Make a list of important data to sync, like:
- Employee names
- Work hours
- Pay info
Create data mapping schemas
- Match UKG fields to fields in other apps
- Make sure data lines up correctly
Handle data changes
- Set up ways to spot changes in UKG
- Make plans to update other systems when UKG data changes
Add business logic
Create integration workflows
Make step-by-step plans in Boomi for moving data:
- Get data from UKG
- Change it if needed
- Send it to other systems
Set up triggers and schedules
Choose when to sync data:
Sync Type | When to Use |
---|---|
Real-time | For instant updates |
Scheduled | For regular, less urgent updates |
Plan for error handling
- Make ways to catch and log errors
- Set up retries for failed tasks
- Create alerts for big problems
Test the integration
Make test scenarios
Create tests for:
- Normal use
- Unusual cases
- Possible errors
Run integration tests
- Test your setup in a safe environment
- Check if data moves correctly
- Make sure all parts work as planned
Fix common problems
Common Issue | How to Fix |
---|---|
Data doesn't match | Check your mapping |
Can't log in | Verify API keys |
Slow performance | Look for bottlenecks |
Use Boomi's tools to find and fix issues.
Tips for UKG-Boomi Integration
Keep data safe
When connecting UKG and Boomi, focus on data safety. Use strong protection methods for data moving between systems and when it's stored. Always use secure ways to send information, like HTTPS and SSL/TLS. Check your setup often to find and fix any weak spots.
Here are some key safety steps:
Safety Step | What It Does |
---|---|
Protect data | Make sensitive info unreadable before sending |
Control access | Limit who can see what data |
Check often | Look for safety issues regularly |
Protect API keys | Change keys often and store them safely |
Make it work better
To help UKG and Boomi work well together, focus on moving and handling data quickly. Use methods to make data smaller when sending it. When dealing with lots of data, group it together to reduce the number of times you need to contact the system.
Try these ways to make things faster:
- Save often-used info to avoid asking for it again
- Only send data that has changed to save time
- Make database searches faster
- Do big tasks when the system isn't busy
Watch for problems
Keep an eye on how UKG and Boomi are working together. Set up a system to record all data moves, errors, and important events. Watch for issues in real-time so you can fix them quickly.
Key things to watch:
1. Track errors
Keep detailed records of:
- Failed system calls
- Data matching problems
- Login issues
2. Check speed
Watch important measures like:
- How fast data moves
- How quickly the system responds
- How much of the system is being used
3. Set up warnings
Make the system tell you about:
- Big problems
- Slowdowns
- Unusual data patterns
Upkeep and Updates
Check integration regularly
Keep an eye on how UKG and Boomi work together:
Task | Frequency | Purpose |
---|---|---|
Review error logs | Weekly | Find and fix common issues |
Check data sync | Daily | Ensure correct and complete data |
Test integration speed | Monthly | Keep systems running smoothly |
Verify system connections | Weekly | Make sure all parts work together |
Checking often helps catch problems early, before they affect your work.
Update UKG and Boomi versions
Keep UKG and Boomi up-to-date:
1. Stay informed
Know when new versions come out
2. Test updates
Try new versions in a test area first
3. Plan update times
Update when fewer people are working
4. Check compatibility
Make sure UKG and Boomi still work together after updates
5. Train staff
Teach workers about new features
Updating both systems gives you new tools and keeps your data safe.
Grow your integration
Make your UKG-Boomi setup better over time:
Action | Benefit |
---|---|
Add new data points | Get more info from your systems |
Connect more apps | Link UKG to other work tools |
Create smarter workflows | Do more tasks without manual work |
Use advanced Boomi features | Handle bigger, more complex tasks |
Ask for user feedback | Find out what needs to improve |
Wrap-up
Key integration steps review
Here's a quick look at the main steps to connect UKG and Boomi:
Step | Actions |
---|---|
1. Get ready | • Set up UKG and Boomi accounts • Get API access • Read API guides |
2. Set up | • Make Boomi connectors • Match data fields • Build workflows |
3. Test and use | • Run tests • Fix any problems • Start using in real work |
Next steps for integration
After setting up, here's what to do:
Task | Details |
---|---|
Check how it's working | Look at logs and data sync often |
Make it work better | Improve how things run |
Do more with it | Add new data or connect more apps |
Keep it up to date | Update UKG and Boomi when needed |
Ask users what they think | Use feedback to make things better |