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What EDI Validation Really Means (And Why It’s Required)

If you’ve ever asked, “What is EDI validation?” you’re not alone. EDI validation is one of the most critical — and misunderstood — components of any electronic data interchange initiative. In simple terms, EDI validation is the process of checking EDI files and EDI documents against defined standards, business rules,…

Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Use Cases Across Industries

Updated 2/4/26 If you’re like us, you meet all kinds of people in your travels and collect tons of business cards. At some point, those cards have to be entered somewhere—into a spreadsheet, a CRM, or another system—if they’re ever going to be useful. Manual tasks like typing names, emails,…

Is EDI Still Relevant in the Age of APIs, Artificial Intelligence, and Digital Transformation?

Many businesses are asking a critical question: is EDI still relevant as APIs, artificial intelligence, cloud platforms, and other emerging technologies reshape how companies exchange data? Electronic Data Interchange has powered supply chain operations for decades, but modern integration methods and automation tools have introduced new possibilities for real-time data…

EDI Solutions in Healthcare Supply Chain: How It Works

Updated 1/20/26 The healthcare and medical supply chain depends on speed, accuracy, and reliability. Hospitals, clinics, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and medical device suppliers must exchange large volumes of operational data every day—purchase orders, shipment notices, inventory updates, and invoices—often under strict regulatory and quality requirements. Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) in the…

Big Data and the Retail Industry: Turning Data into Smarter Decisions

The retail industry has entered an era where data is as valuable as inventory itself. Every click, swipe, scan, and transaction generates information that can reveal customer preferences, predict demand, and optimize operations in real time. This explosion of information—commonly referred to as big data—has fundamentally changed how retailers make…

The Role of EDI in Modern Logistics

Updated 12/09/25 When it comes to moving product around the globe, efficiency and accuracy are paramount in logistics. Modern supply chains demand seamless communication and coordination between trading partners, carriers, warehouses, and other supply chain partners. Enter Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) – a technology that has revolutionized logistics by automating…

AI in the Supply Chain: EDI’s Genius Cousin-And Teammate

We recently asked how organizations are using AI in our monthly poll. While we wait for those results, let’s look at how AI powers and augments the supply chain. Modern supply chains are getting smarter, faster, and more resilient—not by abandoning the foundations of electronic data interchange (EDI), but by…

What Difference Does Your EDI Vendor Make in Your Business?

The right EDI vendor matters more than you think. Businesses rely on the smooth flow of data to keep their operations running efficiently. In manufacturing, retail, logistics, and healthcare, electronic data interchange (EDI) is the backbone of that exchange — automating communication between trading partners and ensuring accuracy at every…

Invoice Automation: How the EDI 810 Streamlines Billing and Payments

Invoice automation has become a critical component of modern financial operations. As companies face increasing pressure to streamline processes, improve accuracy, and accelerate cash flow, automation is no longer optional — it’s essential. At the heart of this transformation lies Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), and specifically the EDI 810 invoice…

Everything You Need to Know About ANSI X12

Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is the backbone of modern supply chain communication, and at the heart of EDI standards in North America is ANSI X12. While often overlooked compared to newer integration buzzwords like APIs and cloud platforms, ANSI X12 remains essential for companies exchanging mission-critical business documents across industries.…

Supply Chain Predictions: Into the 2030s

The global supply chain is in a state of constant evolution. From pandemics and port closures to labor strikes and raw material shortages, the last decade has shown just how fragile—and how resilient—supply chains can be. At the same time, technological advancements and changing customer expectations are creating new opportunities…

EDI Value in Order Automation

In today’s hyper-competitive business environment, speed, accuracy, and efficiency are no longer “nice-to-haves” — they are the cost of entry. Whether you’re a manufacturer fulfilling orders for big-box retailers, a distributor managing hundreds of SKUs, or an e-commerce brand scaling direct-to-consumer sales, the ability to process orders quickly and correctly…

IoT EDI: How the Internet of Things is Transforming Electronic Data Interchange

Updated 8/20/25 The Internet of Things (IoT) and Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) may sound like separate technologies, but together they form a powerful combination for modern supply chains. IoT devices capture real-time, event-driven data from trucks, warehouses, and even vending machines, while EDI platforms provide the standardized language to transmit…

EDI in Manufacturing: Enhancing Supply Chain Efficiency and Automation

For the highly competitive manufacturing industry, speed, accuracy, and visibility are no longer optional—they’re essential. Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) has emerged as a transformative technology, enabling manufacturers to replace slow, error-prone manual processes with automated, real-time data exchange in a standardized format. By digitizing and standardizing business documents like purchase…

Supply Chain Analytics Explained: Key Benefits & Applications

Updated 8/8/25 Supply chain networks are complex systems with many moving parts and their efficiency can make or break a business. Supply chain and EDI analytics, a specialized branch of business analytics, has emerged as a game-changer, helping organizations optimize operations, reduce costs, and mitigate risks. This critical business function involves…