Real-Time API

Credit scoring API: real-time B2B decisions

In a B2B world where speed of decision-making has become a competitive advantage, the credit scoring API is the essential tool for automating the evaluation of prospects and customers. Gone are the lengthy and biased manual analyses: an API allows you to directly plug scoring into your workflows, from onboarding to continuous monitoring.

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What is a credit scoring API?

An API (Application Programming Interface) is a gateway that allows your systems (CRM, ERP, e-commerce platform) to communicate in real time with a scoring engine.

Functioning

1

Secure authentication via API key or OAuth.

2

Submission of a scoring request (e.g., information on a company, bank statements, balance sheets).

3

Instant response containing: a score, a probability of default, a recommendation (accept, refuse, request guarantees).

Speed

👉 All in a matter of seconds, without human intervention.

Key benefits

Speed

Near-instant decision-making for prospects or clients.

Scalability

Process hundreds or thousands of requests without overloading teams.

Consistency

Apply the same criteria to all decisions, reducing arbitrariness.

Native integration

Integrates seamlessly into your existing tools (CRM, ERP, SaaS platforms).

Continuous Monitoring

Automatic score updates whenever data changes.

Concrete use cases

Client onboarding

Verify a new client's solvency at the time of signing.

Credit limit allocation

Dynamically adjust authorized outstanding amounts.

Monitoring and alerts

Trigger a notification if a client's score drops sharply.

Collections

Prioritize collection actions based on predicted risk.

Financial partnerships

Secure factoring, leasing, or credit insurance operations.

Technical implementation

Integration steps

1

Connection

Integration via API key or OAuth2.

2

Data submission

Company information + available sources (banking, accounting, legal).

3

Processing

Application of scoring models (statistics, ML, graphs).

4

Result

Score + decision + textual justification.

👉 Workflow example:

1

A sales representative enters a prospect into the CRM.

2

The CRM calls the RocketFin API.

3

The score and recommendation are displayed instantly.

4

The decision is recorded, and a credit limit is proposed.

Security and compliance

A scoring API must adhere to strict standards:

Encryption

Flow encryption (HTTPS, TLS 1.2+).

Hosting

Secure hosting in compliant data centers (ISO 27001, SOC2).

GDPR

Consent and access rights management.

Traceability

Call logs, model versioning, decision audit trails.

FAQ

How can I integrate a credit scoring API into my existing system?

Integrating a credit scoring API generally involves 3 steps: authentication via API key or OAuth, configuration of REST endpoints, and implementation of webhooks for real-time alerts. Most integrations are operational within 1-2 weeks with our dedicated technical support.

What is the typical latency of a B2B credit scoring API?

A modern scoring API offers response times from 200ms to 3 seconds depending on the complexity of the analysis. RocketFin guarantees responses under 3 seconds for 99% of requests, allowing seamless integration into your customer onboarding processes.

Can we test the API before going into production?

Absolutely. We offer a sandbox environment with fictitious data to validate the technical integration. Also, take advantage of a 14-day free trial with 5 analysis credits to test the API in your real business context.

Is the scoring API secure and GDPR compliant?

Yes, our API uses TLS 1.3 encryption, multi-level authentication, and fully complies with GDPR. The data is hosted in ISO 27001 and SOC2 certified data centers, with complete traceability of access and processing.

What data formats does the API accept as input?

The API accepts standard JSON formats with company (SIREN, name), financial (balance sheets, bank flows) and behavioral (payment history) data. Complete documentation with examples is available to facilitate integration.

How are real-time alerts and notifications managed?

The API offers configurable webhooks to instantly notify your teams of score changes or critical events (insolvency proceedings, payment incidents). These alerts enable proactive customer risk management.

Is the API suitable for SMEs with a limited request volume?

Yes, our API adapts to all usage volumes. No minimum contractual commitment, transparent usage-based pricing, and identical technical support regardless of your company size. Ideal for SMEs wishing to professionalize their credit risk management.

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Conclusion

Adopting a credit scoring API enables B2B companies to gain speed, accuracy, and security. By integrating this engine directly into your processes, you transform credit risk management into a lever for growth and trust.

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