Why would you choose to use an Information Entity instead of multiple associations?

Choosing to use an Information Entity primarily benefits scenarios where you want to display additional information about an association. Information Entities allow you to encapsulate both the related entities and any supplementary attributes that are not part of the core relationships. This means that when you visualize or work with the data, you can access all relevant details in one place rather than having to navigate through multiple associations to gather the necessary context.

This approach facilitates a more straightforward representation of complex data scenarios, where associations may include various attributes that enhance understanding. For instance, if you have a many-to-many relationship, using an Information Entity can streamline the presentation and access of data by internalizing related information about the interaction itself, rather than just the connected entities. It effectively reduces the complexity and number of required database queries, making it simpler to both understand and maintain the logic of the application.

Other considerations, such as performance improvements or maintaining data integrity, while important in certain contexts, do not capture the primary reason for opting for an Information Entity over multiple associations.