What does EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) mean?
EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) refers to the exchange of business documents between business partners by electronic means.
EDI aims to achieve a very high level of process automation through integrated business processes. In most cases, EDI is used for the exchange of order information between retailers and manufacturers or between retailers and distributors. However, EDI also plays an important role in invoicing. It enables and supports the transmission of electronic invoices in real time. Electronic invoices in an EDI format can be processed automatically by the receiving system and only need to be checked. Deviations can be recognized and corrected immediately through integration in the ERP software.
However, numerous other business processes now also have a place in the EDI area and can be handled via electronic data interchange. For example, master data management can be optimized by exchanging price lists, delivery orders can be transmitted electronically to logistics service providers in real time, item information such as serial numbers and batches can be exchanged and payment orders can be processed.
What are the benefits of EDI?
Savings in administrative costs due to the elimination of manual activities, such as typing an invoice or delivery bill into your own ERP system, and greatly streamlined company processes are just a small part of the numerous advantages of EDI.
- Process automation
- Faster processing through real-time data exchange
- Elimination of manual work steps / data entry
- Maximum information quality promotes optimal planning in all areas, optimizes stock levels and enables faster response times
- Minimization of paper consumption for printing and mailing
- Continuous flow of information increases transparency
- Use of standardized technologies and formats
- No more errors due to manual data entry and typing of documents
- No need for employees to switch between different media
- Clarity and better monitoring of individual processes
- Improved collaboration with business partners
What EDI services do we offer?
EDI consulting
We will show you what is important, answer your questions, find the right solution provider and work with you to create an EDI concept that is suitable for your processes, IT environment and business partners.
EDI introduction
We find the right solution for your requirements and the ERP system you use. Coordinate interfaces between EDI platform and ERP manufacturer. Create mappings and successfully connect you to customers and suppliers.
EDI project management
We take over the project management of your EDI project. Ensure that the budget and schedule are adhered to. Ensure a smooth exchange of information between all employees and software providers involved.
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