DCS Provides a Unique Invoice Solution

The Challenge

The Allen Company is an American manufacturer of hunting and fishing equipment. They had a unique situation on their hands. Allen’s customer was unable to send EDI purchase orders (850). However, they required Allen to return an EDI invoice (810) to them. Allen turned to Data Communication Solutions (DCS) to find the ideal solution to this issue.

The DCS Solution

To help Allen achieve their goals, DCS created mapping and configurations for Allen’s EDI invoices. We worked through data issues created by the lack of a purchase order. In addition, DCS discovered a more cost-efficient communication method for Allen. We found that Allen could avoid a monthly contract charge by sending EDI data to their trading partners using an inter-connect through their existing VAN.

The Result

Thanks to DCS’ work, Allen is now able to fulfill their trading partner’s unique request quickly and easily without disrupting their current processes. Second, they are saving money by following our recommendation of a more efficient communication method. Finally, their business is running more efficiently thanks to the small map changes for PO numbers that DCS proposed.

Since 1991, DCS has been providing customers with solid EDI solutions to a wide-range of industries throughout United States and Canada. DCS works with the leading EDI systems to help you overcome your EDI challenges. DCS consultants have successfully installed, mapped, and operated nearly all EDI systems. Our services include EDI development, EDI Managed Services, support, and training. Contact us today to start a conversation.