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About the Salesforce Certified Integration Architect CredentialThe Salesforce Certified Integration Architect credential validates the ability to design secure, scalable, and high-performing integrations between Salesforce and external systems. It's intended for professionals who assess integration needs, communicate technical solutions to stakeholders, and contribute to successful project delivery through effective integration strategies.Who This Credential Is ForThis certification is geared toward professionals with experience in:Designing and implementing enterprise-level integration patternsSupporting data-centric integrations between Salesforce and other platformsCommunicating solution design trade-offs to technical and business stakeholdersCommon job titles include:Integration ArchitectSolution ArchitectTechnical ArchitectApplication ManagerSystem Architect (integration focus)Programmer AnalystCandidate ExperienceQualified candidates typically have:1-2 years of hands-on experience with Salesforce integration architecture2-3 years of experience with Salesforce administration and/or developmentAt least 1 year of experience supporting or implementing enterprise integration solutionsWhat You Should KnowA certified Integration Architect should be able to:Design secure, scalable, and reliable integration solutions with the Salesforce PlatformAnalyze both current and future state integration architectureRecommend appropriate integration patterns, tools, and Salesforce platform capabilitiesAccount for platform limits, security requirements, and error handling in integration designsChoose the right API based on the use case and understand the trade-offs of eachWork with integration tools and apply industry best practices for data movement and connectivityWhat May Require Additional SupportCandidates may need assistance with:Selecting middleware tools based on functional requirements and use caseWhat's Not ExpectedThis exam does not require:Experience with non-Salesforce databases or technologiesConfiguration of third-party integration toolsExperience with master data management (MDM) platformsLightning development or programming language expertiseExam DetailsQuestions: 60 multiple-choice/multiple-select, plus up to 5 unscored itemsTime: 105 minutesPassing score: 67%Version: Based on Summer '23 releaseRegistration fee: $400 USD (plus tax)Retake fee: $200 USD (plus tax)Delivery: Online or onsite via proctored examMaterials allowed: None (closed book)Prerequisites: NoneExam OutlineThe Salesforce Certified Integration Architect Exam measures a candidate's knowledge and skills related to the following objectives. A candidate should have hands-on experience with Integration Architecture application and demonstrate the knowledge and expertise in each of the areas below.Evaluate the Current System Landscape: 8%Given a set of business requirements, identify the current system landscape and determine what standards, limitations, boundaries, and protocols exist.Given an existing system landscape, analyze for constraints and/or pain-points to satisfy a business requirement(s).Given a set of requirements, evaluate the authentication and authorization needs based on the system landscape.Evaluate Business Needs: 11%Given a use case, identify functional and non-functional requirements needed for integration.Based on a given integration requirement, identify and classify data into Confidential/Secure/Public.Given a use case, identify key factors for CRM success that should be included as integration requirements.Given a use case, identify the business growth and regulatory factors that can impact choice of integration solutions.Translate Needs to Integration Requirements: 22%Given an existing system landscape diagram, create an inventory of the systems and integration patterns.Given a use case and business process, evaluate system and process constraints.Given a use case, identify integration security/authentication/authorization requirements.Given a use case, identify performance needs (volumes, response times, latency) and propose appropriate integration solutions that will meet business requirements.Design Integration Solutions: 28%Given a use case, identify the integration pattern that meets business requirements.Given a use case, define the components which create a solution that meets business requirements.Given a use case, identify the trade-offs, limitations, and constraints that meet the proposed solution.Given a use case that includes technical requirements, constraints, or drivers, specify the appropriate Salesforce application programming interface(s) (API) for the proposed solution.Given a use case that includes technical requirements, constraints, or drivers, determine the standards, components, techniques, and security mechanism that should be used.Build Solution: 23%Given a use case that includes technical requirements, constraints, or drivers, identify the considerations when designing and implementing an API(s), both Salesforce as an API provider and Salesforce as an API consumer.Given a use case, identify the considerations when choosing the right option in making an outbound call to an external system.Given a use case, describe what should be considered when building a scalable solution.Given a use case, determine error handling for different integration options.Given a use case, create a security solution for inbound or outbound integrations.Given a use case, identify the factors needed to build resilience in an integration solution for system updates.Maintain Integration: 8%Given an integration maintenance use case, identify performance monitoring needs for integration requirements.Given a use case, identify the appropriate error handling, escalation, and recovery procedures for a failed integration.Given a use case, identify reporting needs for integration monitoring.

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