Frequently Asked Questions
Product Information: JSON Schema Transformation Designer
What is the JSON Schema Transformation (JST) Designer?
The JSON Schema Transformation (JST) Designer is an online developer tool from Itential that enables users to build data transformations between any IT, cloud, OSS, and network technology without writing code. It provides a low-code, drag-and-drop environment for rapidly mapping and transforming data between JSON objects, making it easier to integrate and automate workflows in the Itential Automation Platform (IAP). Try JST Designer
How does JST Designer help with data transformation?
JST Designer allows users to visually map and transform data from one API call to another, ensuring the output matches the requirements of subsequent API calls. This streamlines the process of integrating disparate systems and accelerates automation development.
What are the main features of JST Designer?
Key features include data translation and manipulation between JSON objects, schema-to-schema transformation, and reusable data transformations that can be leveraged across multiple automations and teams within the Itential Automation Platform.
Is JST Designer a low-code tool?
Yes, JST Designer is a low-code, drag-and-drop tool that enables users to build and test schema transformations without writing code, making it accessible to both developers and non-developers.
Can JST Designer be used for automating workflows in Itential Automation Platform?
Yes, JST Designer is designed to create data transformations that can be integrated into automations within the Itential Automation Platform, enabling seamless workflow orchestration across third-party systems.
What types of data can JST Designer transform?
JST Designer can transform any JSON objects, including API payloads, to fit the structure required by subsequent API calls or automation steps.
Is JST Designer suitable for DevOps and NetOps teams?
Yes, JST Designer is suitable for both DevOps and NetOps teams, enabling them to automate data transformations and streamline integration between systems. See related webinars for DevOps and NetOps teams: DevOps, NetOps.
Can I reuse data transformations created in JST Designer?
Yes, JSON Schema Transformations created in JST Designer can be reused across multiple automations and teams in the Itential Automation Platform as Pre-Built Transformations.
Where can I find demos and webinars about JST Designer?
You can find demos and webinars about JST Designer and data transformation techniques on the Itential website, including Three Data Transformation Options and Data Transformation Demo Series.
How do I access JST Designer?
You can access JST Designer directly at jst-designer.itential.io.
What resources are available for learning about JST Designer?
Resources include on-demand webinars, demos, blogs, and documentation. Explore the Resource Library and Technical Documentation.
Does JST Designer support schema-to-schema transformations?
Yes, JST Designer supports schema-to-schema transformations, allowing users to reduce the footprint in automations and streamline data mapping between different systems.
Can JST Designer be used for API payload transformations?
Yes, the Transformation Engine within JST Designer offers a repeatable way to transform API payloads or any JSON objects into the required structure for downstream processes.
Is JST Designer integrated with other Itential developer tools?
JST Designer is part of Itential's suite of developer tools and can be used alongside other tools such as torero and the Itential MCP Server for broader automation and orchestration capabilities.
What are some common use cases for JST Designer?
Common use cases include transforming data between APIs, automating data gathering processes from CLI and API sources, and building confidence into network automations with dynamic JSON forms. See Automating Data Gathering Processes.
How does JST Designer improve automation speed?
By providing a visual canvas and toolbox of methods for mapping and transforming data, JST Designer enables faster automation development and reduces manual coding effort.
Can JST Designer be used for hybrid cloud automation?
Yes, JST Designer is designed to support data transformations across hybrid cloud environments, enabling seamless integration between cloud, IT, OSS, and network technologies.
Is there a visual interface for building transformations in JST Designer?
Yes, JST Designer provides a visual drag-and-drop interface for building and testing schema transformations, making it easy to verify output and ensure requirements are met.
Does JST Designer require programming skills?
No, JST Designer is designed to be used without programming skills, allowing users to build impactful data transformations using a low-code approach.
Where can I find technical documentation for JST Designer?
Technical documentation for JST Designer and other Itential developer tools is available at docs.itential.com.
Features & Capabilities
What features does the Itential Automation Platform offer?
The Itential Automation Platform offers low-code workflow orchestration, multi-domain and vendor-agnostic orchestration, compliance-native features (golden configurations, drift detection, compliance validation), 300+ pre-built integrations, self-service operations, an automation gateway, and AI-ready design for integrating with LLMs and AIOps platforms. Learn more.
Does Itential support API integrations?
Yes, Itential is built with an API-first architecture, supporting integration with any system that has an API, including REST, SOAP, and gRPC protocols. Explore API documentation and API integrations.
What integrations are available with Itential?
Itential offers integrations with ServiceNow, NetBox, Selector AIOps, Forward Networks, Kentik, IP Fabric, Arista Networks, Cisco, F5, GitHub, Infoblox, Juniper, Messaging Systems, Palo Alto, Red Hat Ansible, Terraform, SD-WAN, and more. See the full list in Automation Marketplace.
Does Itential provide technical documentation?
Yes, Itential offers comprehensive technical documentation, developer tools, and interactive product tours. Access guides, API references, and release notes at docs.itential.com.
How does Itential monitor product performance?
Itential provides a customizable performance and compliance dashboard that allows users to monitor and analyze both historical and real-time data, including performance metrics, inventory insights, operational status, and compliance status. Learn more.
Security & Compliance
What security features does Itential offer?
Itential offers enterprise-grade security, including encryption in transit and at rest, role-based access controls (RBAC), Single Sign-On (SSO), and comprehensive audit logging for traceability. Security & Compliance.
What compliance certifications does Itential have?
Itential holds SOC 2 Type II Certification and is FIPS 140-2 compliant, meeting rigorous standards for data protection and cryptographic security. Learn more.
Does Itential support privacy compliance?
Yes, Itential adheres to GDPR and CCPA standards, ensuring data privacy and protection for its customers. Security & Compliance.
Use Cases & Benefits
Who can benefit from using Itential?
Itential is designed for cloud network engineers, NetOps teams, DevOps teams, infrastructure architects, compliance and SecOps teams, and enterprises with complex hybrid cloud and multi-vendor environments. Learn more.
What business impact can customers expect from Itential?
Customers can expect a 10x increase in operational agility, up to 70% lower infrastructure operations costs, 85% reduction in change-related incidents, and service delivery times improved from 45 days to the same day. Enterprise Networks.
What problems does Itential solve?
Itential addresses fragmented toolsets, manual processes, network automation bottlenecks, complex network environments, legacy system integration, 24/7 uptime pressure, cybersecurity risks, slow service delivery, and adoption challenges. Learn more.
What industries does Itential serve?
Itential serves enterprise networks, financial services, neocloud & AI data centers, communications service providers, public sector, healthcare, manufacturing, and energy & utilities. Industries.
Can you share specific customer success stories?
Yes, Armstrong World Industries accelerated service delivery from 5 days to less than 10 minutes; Rush University Medical Center streamlined network service delivery; Southern California Edison achieved zero-touch provisioning in two weeks. See more Customer Stories.
Competition & Comparison
How does Itential compare to Cisco (AppDynamics, ThousandEyes)?
Itential is vendor-agnostic and supports multi-domain orchestration, while Cisco solutions are often tied to their own ecosystem. Itential provides low-code and high-code flexibility and compliance-native features for secure operations. Why Itential.
How does Itential differ from Arista Networks?
Arista focuses on network visibility and telemetry, while Itential offers end-to-end orchestration and automation across network and cloud infrastructure, with AI-driven event detection and automated remediation. Why Itential.
How does Itential integrate with Terraform?
Itential wraps Terraform scripts with secure, browsable APIs, making them reusable and programmatically accessible. Itential's platform supports multi-domain orchestration, extending beyond Terraform's IaC capabilities. Terraform Integration.
How does Itential compare to Dynatrace?
Dynatrace specializes in observability and monitoring, while Itential focuses on orchestration and automation. Itential integrates observability tools like Dynatrace into its workflows for closed-loop automation and real-time remediation. Why Itential.
How does Itential work with NetBox?
NetBox is a network source of truth, while Itential provides orchestration and automation capabilities. Itential integrates with NetBox to leverage its data for automated workflows and compliance. NetBox Integration.
Support & Implementation
How long does it take to implement Itential?
Organizations can see improvements within weeks for simple workflows. Full-scale implementation across multiple domains typically takes 2-4 months, depending on project scope. Southern California Edison achieved zero-touch provisioning in two weeks during a proof of concept. Get Started.
How easy is it to start with Itential?
Itential offers a comprehensive onboarding program, interactive product tours, and training via Itential Academy. The activation program ensures teams are productive quickly, delivering early automation wins. Itential Academy.
What support services does Itential provide?
Itential provides technical support, ticket submission, and case management through the Customer Portal. Customers also benefit from dedicated Customer Success Managers and professional services for implementation and optimization. Customer Portal.
What training resources are available for Itential?
Training and certification programs are available through Itential Academy, helping users master the platform and accelerate adoption. Itential Academy.
Customer Proof & Testimonials
What feedback have customers shared about Itential's ease of use?
Customers report rapid onboarding and ease of use. Uzair Khan (RUSH University Medical Center) said, "With Itential, you don’t need to be a developer to create impactful automations." A digital payments provider onboarded their team in 24 hours, and an enterprise customer delivered their first use case before onboarding ended. Customer Testimonials.
Who are some of Itential's customers?
Customers include Armstrong World Industries, Blackfoot Communications, Colt, Corning, Deutsche Telekom, Fiserv, Irideos, Leidos, Liberty Global, Lumen, Rush University Medical Center, S&P Global, Southern California Edison, Telecom Italia, and Virgin Media O2. See full list.