IBM made some big news in the API and integration space when it announced its acquisition of webMethods from Software AG in 2024. Both had market leading API Management platforms and what it would mean for each of these platforms now that they are under the same roof was a big topic of discussion in the market. Swetha Sridharan and Meric Aydonat, two experienced product managers from both sides of this acquisition, sit down to give an exclusive insider view to discuss their first reactions to the news of the acquisition, what they have been up to since the deal was closed, and what their customers can be excited about. 0:00 Introduction 1:05 First reactions to the news of the IBM acquisition 3:45 What the teams have been up to since the acquisition was closed 6:21 The process of converging two market leading products by putting the customer first 8:46 What each platform brings to the table to complement the other 10:30 What are the PMs excited about in the near future