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The Line Between the “Business” vs. IT: Navigating Opposing Forces

In the last few years we have seen the divide between business and IT narrowing—but not without friction. The classic “business vs. IT” dynamic within an organization has evolved from a cold war of misaligned goals and mistrust into a more complex, collaborative, and interdependent relationship. However, despite technological advancements…
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Integrating EDI with a 3PL: What Suppliers and Wholesalers Need to Know

Today’s supply chain is incredibly intertwined and integrating Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) with a third-party logistics (3PL) provider is crucial for improving efficiency, reducing errors, and maintaining seamless business operations. Suppliers and wholesalers that leverage EDI with a 3PL gain significant advantages in accuracy, automation, customer satisfaction, and scalability. Many…
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Best Practices for ERP Providers Integrating Third-Party EDI

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems like Acumatica, CloudSuite, Dynamics 365 and NetSuite are the backbone of modern businesses, facilitating seamless operations across various departments. However, as supply chains become more complex and globalized, ERP providers are tasked with integrating third-party EDI solutions to enhance automation, efficiency, and accuracy. EDI integrations…
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How One Generation is Shaping the Future of Supply Chains

The recent CNBC article titled “Gen Z is finding love at a surprising place you visit often, study reveals” highlights a notable shift in consumer behavior among Generation Z, with a growing preference for in-person shopping experiences over online alternatives. This trend has significant implications for the Electronic Data Interchange…
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The Future of EDI: 2025 Supply Chain Predictions

As we edge closer to 2025, the landscape of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and supply chain management continues to evolve. Driven by technological advancements, shifting consumer expectations, and global disruptions like the pandemic we saw a few years ago and port closures, strikes and congestion, many industries are undergoing a…
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EDI Best Practices for a New Year

Toasting our way into 2024, the world of business continues to evolve, and staying ahead of the curve is crucial for success. Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and B2B integration remains a cornerstone of efficient and secure business communication, enabling seamless exchange of information between trading partners. In this blog article,…
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EDI Solutions in Healthcare: How it Works

The need for efficient, accurate, and secure data exchange is greater than ever. Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is a technology that enables healthcare providers, insurers, and suppliers to exchange essential information in a standardized digital format. By eliminating paper-based transactions, EDI enhances operational efficiency, reduces errors, and ensures compliance with…
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Blockchain in the Supply Chain: Starting Blocks for Success

You’ve seen the increasing drumbeat of sensational headlines about blockchain in supply chain. The landscape is undergoing a technological revolution, and blockchain is at the heart of this transformation. Once synonymous only with cryptocurrencies, blockchain has now emerged as a powerful force reshaping industries, particularly supply chain management. With increasing…
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Ace the EDI Application Upgrade Process

Updated July 7, 2023 A Little Planning Goes a Long Way Photo appears courtesy of brownpau. How many times have you scheduled an EDI application upgrade, only to find out at the last minute that you haven’t met all of the requirements or that users weren’t informed that the system…
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What is HIPAA? Complying and Reducing the Burden

Reprinted with permission from Liaison Technologies.  Written by Hmong Vang, Chief Trust Officer for Liaison Technologies. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was an amendment to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.  And while it was enacted primarily to ensure portability and continuity of health insurance coverage and improving the exchange…
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SHA1 vs SHA2 Digital Certificates: Key Differences

Many of you already know about the current requirements regarding SHA2 digital certificates. Before we get into that, let’s talk about why we have these certificates. Data security is more critical than ever. As cyber threats continue to evolve, the need for robust encryption and secure authentication methods has become…
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Mastering Your EDI AS2 Connection: Setup Tips and Common Pitfalls

Having been deemed the “AS2 Queen” in certain EDI circles, I thought it would be helpful to share all that I have learned about AS2 communication in the 20 years I have been implementing it. Let’s start by explaining exactly what AS2 is and why it’s important. First of all,…
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Five Questions to Ask Your EDI Software Vendor

Photo appears courtesy of Susan.  Shopping for data integration solutions is a long, sometimes overwhelming process.  Before you start looking at demos and getting proposals, it’s important to sit down and decide what you need for your most basic integration requirements as well as your future requirements.  In other words, the…
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