Frequently Asked Questions
It stands for Application Programming Interface and could be explained as the digital bridge that enables software systems to share data between each other, all automated. APIs enable system-to-system communication.
Working with Volvo Penta should be easy. We offer API based solutions for system-to-system integrations, where for example a partner's business system could get connected to Volvo Penta systems.
It is possible to test an API from this Developer Portal.
When looking at the details of an API you will see a list of the operations contained in the API. This will show the verb and path to use for the operation.
If you click on the operation you will see more information about it, what parameters it might take, what it returns, what possible return codes it might use and what they mean.
There is also a 'Try' button on REST APIs which enables you to try the operation out direct from the Developer Portal.
If the API requires a client ID or a client secret for identification then you can specify these using your application credentials at the top of the 'Try' section.
There is a diverse range of applications that commonly leverage APIs to enhance functionality and provide additional features. As a partner to Volvo Penta this could mean an enterprise system, ecommerce platform, customer portal or fleet management tool.
Many types of solutions can integrate to APIs, but they could be prepared differently. For some systems it is a matter of settings, for others there might be development needed. In most cases, this is achievable, and for an IT professional, the task is straightforward.
No sign in is needed. Please have a look at the APIs described under API Products. Let us know your interest by filling in the form under Contact and we'll be in touch.
If you are a business partner to Volvo Penta and interested in Partner Integrations:
a) Use the Contact form to get in touch with the team and let us know your data needs.
b) Volvo Penta will revert with a proposal of APIs available for you.
c) Decide what APIs you want to go for and we'll share the API descriptions.
d) After dialogue with your IT professional, inform Volvo Penta about your decision on what APIs to go forward with.
e) A Volvo Penta agreement is to be signed by the business partner, describing the terms and conditions that apply.
f) Volvo Penta to provide the technical information and support needed to set up the connection.
Use the Contact form and let us know what data you need and for what system. We will guide you through the process and let you know what APIs are available for you.
Volvo Penta provides you with the technical information. Then it is the business partner's IT professional that will do the work of integrating the system with Volvo Penta APIs. The integration cost is to be taken by the business partner.
Yes, before integrating with Volvo Penta APIs, the business partner is to sign an agreement describing the terms and conditions that apply.
The detailed technical information is found in the API descriptions, called swagger files. These are either found under API Products or you let us know what you are looking for through the Contact form.
When Volvo Penta and the partner have agreed on setting up the integration, all information and contacts will be provided. You can also always use the Contact form and we'll be in touch.
Use the Contact form and Volvo Penta will get back to you.
Support Information
If you are an already connected business partner, having questions around the status of APIs, you could submit a request to the support team via the CSM Portal.
User Guidelines for the CSM Portal is found in VPPN, the Volvo Penta Partner Network portal.
If you are a business partner interested in Volvo Penta Partner Integrations, please reach out to us through the Contact form.