interoperability
noun
in·ter·op·er·a·bil·i·ty
ˌin-tər-ˌä-p(ə-)rə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
: ability of a system (such as a weapons system) to work with or use the parts or equipment of another system
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The lack of interoperability leads to extremely high IoT integration costs each year.
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Expert Panel®, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
Brands and retailers that prioritize system interoperability will move goods faster, reduce costs and build a more resilient supply chain.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 14 Mar. 2025
From my experience, key elements of success include trust, interoperability and a patient-centric approach.
—Rahul Saluja, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
The lack of interoperability—seamless data exchange between different healthcare systems—has been a major roadblock to efficiency for years.
—Kunal Khashu, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
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Expert Panel®, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
Brands and retailers that prioritize system interoperability will move goods faster, reduce costs and build a more resilient supply chain.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 14 Mar. 2025
From my experience, key elements of success include trust, interoperability and a patient-centric approach.
—Rahul Saluja, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
The lack of interoperability—seamless data exchange between different healthcare systems—has been a major roadblock to efficiency for years.
—Kunal Khashu, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
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“Interoperability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/interoperability. Accessed 20 Mar. 2025.
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