Universal Description Discovery and Integration (UDDI) is a platform-independent registry for businesses to enable resource publish and discover operations, which was developed as an XML-based standard to facilitate communication between different systems and promote interoperability. It is a specialized skill involving knowledge of web services, XML, and SOA architecture. UDDI makes it easy for businesses to locate important resources, services, and products from other companies, simplifying the process of conducting business transactions in a seamless fashion.