What is a service interface in Pega designed for?

A service interface in Pega is designed specifically to facilitate interaction between external systems and Pega applications. This means that it allows different software systems to communicate, exchange data, and execute processes seamlessly. Service interfaces can be utilized for various purposes, such as integrating with third-party services, handling requests from other applications, or enabling data synchronization.

In Pega, these interfaces can take various forms, including RESTful and SOAP web services, which provide flexibility in how applications can be accessed and leveraged externally. This capability is crucial for organizations that need to connect their Pega solution with existing enterprise systems or third-party services for enhanced functionality and efficiency.

Alternatives like managing user permissions, providing a user interface for data entry, or storing temporary session data do not represent the primary objective of a service interface. These functions pertain to different aspects of application management or user interaction, which are not the focus of what a service interface is designed to achieve.