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Editorial illustration for Beyond Routing: What an API Gateway Actually Does for a Microservices Architecture
Enterprise SaaS

Beyond Routing: What an API Gateway Actually Does for a Microservices Architecture

An API gateway in a microservices architecture centralizes critical functions like authentication, authorization, rate limiting, and protocol translation, moving beyond simple request routing. It acts as a policy enforcement point, addressing coordination challenges and improving security, scalability, and manageability.

Sofia Rodriguez·November 1, 2026
Editorial illustration for API Gateway or API Management Platform: Which Does Your SaaS Business Actually Need?
Enterprise SaaS

API Gateway or API Management Platform: Which Does Your SaaS Business Actually Need?

Understand the difference between an API gateway and a full API management platform to determine which your SaaS business truly needs. The choice depends on whether you're managing internal services or external API products, considering factors like developer onboarding, monetization, and governance.

Sofia Rodriguez·October 29, 2026