Stream Connect for Apache Kafka is an integration solution that connects Apache Kafka environments with ServiceNow workflows, enabling real-time data streaming and automation across systems. It facilitates bidirectional communication between Kafka topics and ServiceNow applications, supporting high-volume event processing while maintaining system performance.

Key Features

Real-Time Message Processing

• Automatically triggers ServiceNow workflows from Kafka messages via Flow Designer
• Supports event-driven architecture patterns for instant response to business events

Scalable Data Streaming

• Handles high-throughput data ingestion from Kafka topics to ServiceNow
• Optimized infrastructure minimizes performance impact during peak loads

Enterprise Management Tools

• Namespace and topic management with access control configurations1
• Detailed subscription statistics for monitoring message consumption metrics

Development Flexibility

• Kafka Producer API for pushing ServiceNow events to external systems1
• Compatible with both Flow Designer low-code interface and direct API access

Benefits

Operational Efficiency

• Reduces manual data handling through automated message routing
• Enables continuous data synchronization between systems

Scalable Architecture

• Processes millions of events daily without service degradation
• Supports distributed Kafka environments and data lake integrations

Enhanced Visibility

• Provides real-time metrics on message throughput and processing
• Centralized management of all Kafka-connected workflows