STC has announced that its B2B solution, e*Xchange Integrator, provides out-of-the-box support for Microsoft BizTalk Framework. This enhanced functionality provides a cross-enterprise e-business framework, making it easier for organizations to integrate applications and conduct business over the Internet with trading partners and customers.

With pre-packaged BizTalk Framework processing capabilities in the ePartner Manager component, STC’s e*Xchange Integrator will promote streamlined, accelerated, and easy-to-use business processes while providing a platform and technology-neutral solution. STC allows companies to address key e-business challenges with the real-time management and automation of trading partner relationships in an aggressive, competitive manner.

“e*Xchange securely integrates, extends, and connects an organization’s systems and processes with its partners, customers, and suppliers to create what we call virtual supply webs,” said Craig Maxwell, vice president of strategic development for STC. “With out-of-the-box support for Microsoft BizTalk Framework, companies can take full advantage of these supply webs, leveraging Microsoft’s leadership and STC’s proven track record in e-business integration.”