Between rising compliance demands, rapid organizational changes, and the pressure to do more with less, employers need integrations that reduce risk, not add to it. As teams implement new workflows, adjust long-standing processes, or transition from one vendor to another, one truth becomes clear: technology integrations can either accelerate your progress or bring it to a halt. 

At Thomas & Company, we believe that integrations shouldn’t be slow, stressful, or resource-heavy. They should be clean, fast, flexible, and aligned to how your organization works. That’s why our philosophy is simple: We meet you where you are, technically, operationally, and strategically. 

Whether it’s a modern API or a long-standing flat-file process, we ensure every implementation feels seamless, efficient, and built around your workflow. Your vendor should support your success—not limit it with their systems. 

APIs Are Not New, But Their Role Has Evolved 

APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) have been around for decades, enabling communication between systems and the technologies that support them, but today they play a far more strategic role in workforce operations. 

APIs enable:

• Cleaner system-to-system communication
• Automated data updates
• Fewer manual steps
• Higher accuracy and better security
• Real-time workflows and decision-making

APIs aren’t the only path forward, and they aren’t always the right one. 

What matters most is implementing the method that works best for your organization. For some clients, APIs unlock the speed and automation they’ve long needed. For others, a secure flat file remains the cleanest operational fit. And for many, a hybrid or custom-built integration that bridges modern systems with long-standing processes delivers the most seamless and scalable outcome. The real value comes from having a partner that understands every approach and implements the right one with equal ease. 

We Integrate the Way YOU Work 

Many vendors force clients into rigid technical requirements or lengthy implementation cycles. Thomas & Company does the opposite. As a platform-agnostic partner, we offer seamless integrations with virtually every employer system, ensuring compatibility with the technologies you already use.

We support:

• Modern APIs for real-time, automated data exchange
• Simple, secure flat files when preferred or required
• Hybrid approaches that bridge new systems with established processes
• Custom-built onboarding workflows tailored to your environment

Frictionless Implementations Backed by Real Expertise 

Integrations shouldn’t take months. They shouldn’t drain your technical resources. And they definitely shouldn’t disrupt your operations. 

That’s why Thomas & Company acts as an extension of your organization, focusing on: 

• Clean data transformation
• Rapid system connectivity
• Clear communication
• Thorough testing and validation
• Concierge-level support before, during, and after go-live

Our proven approach streamlines the implementation process, averaging completion in under 90 days, demonstrating our efficiency and expertise in delivering results without unnecessary delays.

The outcome? A painless, fast, reliable onboarding experience that delivers value immediately, not months down the road. 

Delivering a smooth implementation is just step one. The real advantage comes from having technology that remains flexible, scalable, and ready to support new services, systems, and operational demands over time, supporting business growth without disruption. 

Discover SHIELD: The Business Hub Built for Agility and Integration 

In an era where systems, regulations, and expectations move fast, organizations need more than just a data connection; they need an integrated hub that connects every process, every service, and every insight. 

That’s why we built SHIELD, Thomas & Company’s next-generation platform engineered for: 

• Real-time data intelligence
• Role-based dashboards
• Automation that enhances accuracy
• Streamlined unemployment claims management and employment and wage verifications
• Integrated tax tools and verifications
• Future-ready technology that scales as your business grows

And because SHIELD is designed for interoperability, it works seamlessly with your systems, whether via APIs or secure flat-file delivery. No strict limitations. No complex workarounds. No barriers to adoption. Just clean, robust connectivity. 

Why This Matters Now 

HR, Payroll, and Tax leaders are navigating rising compliance complexity, tighter timelines, and increasing pressure to deliver results with fewer resources. Your vendor should remove friction, not create it. Your platform should simplify your world, not complicate it. Your integrations should work the way you work, not the way a vendor dictates. 

When integrations are done right, they streamline the most critical business processes, spanning unemployment claims, employment and wage verifications, and beyond, giving organizations more control, accuracy, and agility than ever before. 

Thomas & Company delivers the flexibility, speed, and expertise modern organizations need to stay agile, accurate, and ahead of change. 

Whether you’re an existing client exploring new capabilities or an organization considering a transition, Thomas & Company ensures a seamless, guided path forward. With flexible integration options, an advanced platform designed for real-world workflows, and expert support at every step, we make it easier for every team to operate with clarity, confidence, and long-term control.  

Book a Free SHIELD Discovery Call 

Book your free SHIELD Demo or contact your Account Manager today.

Our team will walk you through: 

• Integration options tailored to your systems 
• Demonstrate SHIELD’s unified capabilities 
• Show how quickly we can get you live 

Because a great partnership should start with a great implementation, and SHIELD makes everything that follows even stronger.