A minimal runtime Iguana

If you build something simple, with just the parts you absolutely need, you get a system that is safer and faster. For Iguana, this “minimum runtime” means it only includes the basic things it needs to work. There is nothing extra.

This has two big benefits:

1. Better Security: With fewer parts, there’s less that can go wrong or be attacked. It’s easier to check for problems.

2.Better Performance: With less stuff running, it’s easier to see where things can be improved, and the system can run faster and more smoothly.

You can start with this simple base, then add extra features on top if you really need them. This keeps the main part small and easy to keep safe and running well.

This setup would also work great with automatic optimization and simple licensing. It could be free allowing customers to choose if they want to just keep what they have or improve it. It’s about giving choice and power to users.

Finally, this kind of simple system would be a good fit for running on a very basic version of FlowOS, making everything even more efficient and secure.

How do we do it?

Once you embrace forking then it becomes possible to have experiment.

This idea really excites me especially since it would lend itself to machine optimization. Having the shared license code model would really well with this approach.

We can use this approach to simplify not just Iguana but other systems

It would be possible to replace this system: Arizona mainframe. Using this approach.

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FAQ: Iguana Overview

What is Iguana, and how does it help with integration?

Iguana is a high-performance integration engine that enables secure, real-time data exchange between a wide variety of systems. It supports integration across EHRs, LIS, RIS, PACS, RCM, billing platforms, CRMs, and more, using standard and custom data formats such as HL7, FHIR, X12, XML, and CDA/CCDA. With Iguana, organizations can streamline data interoperability, automate workflows, and unify disconnected systems within a single, scalable platform.

Is iNTERFACEWARE a service-based integration provider?

No. iNTERFACEWARE provides Iguana, a powerful integration engine that empowers your team to build, manage, and maintain your own interfaces. Unlike service-based models (where a third party manages integrations for you), Iguana puts the tools directly in your hands, giving you full control, visibility, and the flexibility to adapt interfaces to your specific systems and workflows.

That said, you're not on your own. We offer optional Professional Services to help accelerate your success — whether you need assistance developing your first interface, creating a proof of concept, or tackling a complex integration challenge. You stay in control, with expert support available when and where you need it.

What makes Iguana different from other integration tools?

Iguana stands apart from 'drag and drop' platforms and rigid middleware by giving developers direct, code-level access to every part of the integration. Built for complex and custom workflows, it provides a scriptable environment with live debugging, real-time testing, built-in version control, and support for high volume processing. This design gives technical teams unmatched control, agility, and transparency, without sacrificing speed or reliability.

What types of organizations use Iguana?

Iguana is trusted by over 800 organizations internationally across a wide range of industries that require secure and flexible data integration. It is used extensively in healthcare, life sciences, insurance and revenue cycle management, public health, research and education, and supply chain and logistics. Customers include hospitals, diagnostic labs, payer networks, public health agencies, digital health vendors, and organizations in adjacent sectors where real-time, high-reliability data exchange is essential.

What types of systems and workflows can Iguana support?

Iguana integrates with a wide variety of systems, including Hospital Information Systems (HIS), Laboratory and Radiology Systems (LIS/RIS), PACS, Billing and Claims Systems (BIS), Health Information Exchanges (HIEs), mobile apps, medical devices, and databases. It supports complex workflows such as claims processing, radiology and diagnostic result delivery, device data ingestion, order and report routing, and data exchange across clinical, financial, and operational systems.

Can Iguana integrate with any EHR system?

Yes. Iguana can integrate with any EHR system, including Epic, Cerner, Meditech, Athenahealth, and others. It supports integration through protocols such as HL7, FHIR, REST APIs, and direct database connections. Rather than relying on rigid connectors or vendor-controlled services, Iguana gives you full flexibility to build interfaces that match the specific requirements of each system.

What data formats and standards does Iguana support?

Iguana supports HL7 (2.x), HL7 v3, FHIR, CDA, CCD, X12, NCPDP, EDI, JSON, XML, CSV, plain text, and proprietary/custom formats. It allows you to normalize, transform, and route virtually any message type.

Can I see a live demo of how Iguana works?

Absolutely. You can schedule a personalized demo with one of our integration experts. We’ll walk you through the platform, answer your technical questions, and show you how Iguana can support your specific integration needs.

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