Resources for API Governance

[Masthan Sharif]

Hi Community,

I wanted to check if anyone has any references or resources or docs related to API Governance in ServiceNow. 

Thank you in advance.

Best Regards,

Sharif

[sandeepdutt]

Hi @Masthan Sharif ,

I keep the attached document handy to do my API Governance and also you can refer to this article :

https://www.servicenow.com/community/cmdb-blog/innovation-lab-storing-apis-and-api-gateway-informati...

[Community Alums]

API Governance in ServiceNow is an important topic to make sure your APIs are secure, well-managed, and follow best practices.

Here are some good resources and tips to get you started:

1. ServiceNow Documentation:

   • Check the official docs on API Management and IntegrationHub.

   • They cover how to create, manage, and secure APIs.

   • Link: ServiceNow API Management

2. API Security Best Practices:

   • Use OAuth 2.0 or Basic Authentication for API access.

   • Limit API access by using roles and ACLs.

   • Enable rate limiting to avoid abuse.

   • Use API keys or tokens that expire.

3. Use ServiceNow’s API Gateway (if available):

   • It helps to monitor, control, and secure your APIs centrally.

   • It allows setting policies like throttling, authentication, and logging.

4. Community and Blogs:

   • ServiceNow Community has discussions on API governance.

   • Look for blogs and videos on API lifecycle management in ServiceNow.

5. Governance Framework:

   • Define rules for who can create and publish APIs.

   • Regularly review API usage and security.

   • Document APIs properly and version them carefully.