When performing an integration, what is the function of the 'Call Integration' node in terms of data modification?

The 'Call Integration' node is designed to facilitate the interaction between Appian applications and external systems. One of its primary functions is to submit data from an interface to an external service. This capability allows users to send data collected from forms or other Appian interfaces to a backend service or API for processing or storage.

When integrating with external systems, the 'Call Integration' node can handle various types of data submissions, such as creating new records, updating existing ones, or triggering specific backend operations. This is crucial for ensuring that the data from the Appian application is appropriately passed along to where it needs to be processed, enabling seamless workflows and integration into broader systems.

In contrast, generating reports, providing data structure, or transforming data formats are functions that are not primarily associated with the 'Call Integration' node. While other components or features within Appian can perform those roles, the main focus of the 'Call Integration' node revolves around submitting data efficiently to external interfaces.