For decades, EDI has been used by organizations to effectively exchange documents with their customers and supply chain partners. After all, it’s quicker and less risky than sending your documents through the mail or by less structured electronic methods. EDI is integral to the worlds of manufacturing, retail, transportation, and more. Because it’s so deeply

Now more that ever, companies are realizing how valuable the EDI 846 Inventory Inquiry/Advice document is with the ever-increasing need for drop-shipping and e-commerce which requires up-to-the-minute inventory levels. An EDI 846 is the electronic version of a paper inventory update. It is used by trading partners to communicate inventory levels and availability of goods.

DCS Can Assist You in Boosting Sales, Speeding Up Processes, and Cutting Costs It’s not too early to begin your planning for your 2021 budget and target potential savings from more EDI process automation. Things to consider are: Is it time for an upgrade? Do you anticipate adding new trading partners? Are there modules you

A Purchase Order Transaction Set (850) for use within the context of an Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) environment is for trading partners to order goods or services. It provides customary and established business and industry practices relative to the placement of purchase orders and often includes information generally found on a paper purchase order such

The onset of the fast-spreading COVID-19 virus, along with natural disasters such as flooding, hurricanes, and wildfires, not only takes a huge toll on individuals, but many businesses as well. This is especially evident in the supply chain, when warehouse and transportation industries need to keep up with demands for much needed supplies to manufacturers,

Communication protocols allow for two machines to communicate with each other. In other words, it’s the method you use to send and receive your EDI or other formatted documents. You can use any valid protocol for your EDI. However, you’ll typically need to use the same protocol as your partner, so most often companies that

As you work to make your business succeed, keeping your B2B software running at its top potential is essential. Consolidating your B2B integrations under one platform is a way to simplify these processes. Cleo Integration Cloud is a platform that allows you to do just that. Cleo Integration Cloud serves four main functions: Consolidate your

Businesses large and small can benefit from implementing Electronic Data Interchange (EDI). But there are many myths or misunderstandings regarding EDI that may keep companies from wanting to take advantage of the many benefits that EDI can bring to the table.   Myth 1: EDI is Going Away EDI has been around since the early

Many companies were blessed in 2019 with an increase in orders as well as shipment notices, invoices, and other documents. The sales increase is great, yet the higher transaction count could shine a light on potential problems with an EDI system. With 2019 behind you, it’s the perfect time for a review of your EDI

Now is the time to review what still should be done as the end of the year approaches. Use our checklist to determine what you can complete before 2020. Onboarding new trading partners Ensure new EDI compliance requirements Update to your EDI software to latest version Update AS2 and SHA certificates Eliminate additional manual processes