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ANSI X12 Explained: Message Standards and Transaction Sets
EDI has been the backbone of B2B transactions since the 1970s. However, many businesses still struggle to translate EDI standards from one standard to another. Although only one of many EDI standards, the American National Standards Institute X12 (ANSI X12) is dominant in North America and used across the globe1. ANSI X12 is critical to…
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EDIFACT Explained: Message Standards and Transaction Sets
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) should be invisible to the business operations it facilitates. But this is far from true if you’re tasked with building and implementing an EDI system, or enabling your EDI architecture to translate messages from another EDI standard. Although only one of many EDI standards, EDIFACT stands out as a comprehensive EDI…
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The Power of Web EDI for Global Supply Chains
As businesses strive to optimise their operations and enhance collaboration with their partners, the concept of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) has played a crucial role in streamlining B2B transactions. However, the traditional approach to EDI, with its complex networks and sometimes high costs, has posed challenges for many organisations. That’s where EDI web services come…
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How to Get the Most Out of AS2
Applicability Statement 2 (AS2) is a universal communications specification that has become widespread across many industries. It can securely transport any type of file but is used mostly in the B2B world for electronic data interchange (EDI) documents, or in healthcare where privacy compliance is of the utmost importance. For many businesses, the real power…
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How EDI Simplifies Transactions in the Manufacturing Sector
The global Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) software market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 12% between 2023 – 2028.1 And it’s clear to see why. This technology helps manufacturing companies streamline and simplify transactions by: This blog will delve into some of the key challenges facing the manufacturing sector today and how EDI…
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Why Your Automotive Supply Chain Needs an OFTP2 Connection
Supply chains have evolved rapidly in the last few decades—especially for enterprises using systems like SAP. SAP EDI integration, coupled with secure protocols such as OFTP2, becomes critical when sharing data with global trading partners. This is a natural outcome of globalisation, however, it gave rise to a need for a way to share information…
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Digital Supply Chain Trends Impacting 2023 and Beyond
Even in the context of COVID-19, the global supply chain management market is set to grow 11.2% by 2027.1 Currently, 79% of companies with high-performing supply chains are achieving revenue growth greater than the average within their industries.2 As a result, beyond 2023 businesses will need to realise the benefits of modern digital supply chain management…
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How to Manage Global Supply Chain Complexities
Identify the cause of your supply chain complexities and how EDI can be used to manage them.
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How to Overcome Supply Chain Risk
We consider the logistical strain the pandemic placed on supply chains and how EDI can be used to reduce risk in future.
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What is the Future of Supply Chain Management in 2023?
Businesses are assessing the management of their post-pandemic supply chains. The improvements in EDI could be the solution for businesses requiring flexibility in 2021 and beyond.
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