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Supply Chain Data Visualization: Turning EDI into Insights with Tableau

Updated 1/8/26 Data seems to be the be-all-end-all of today’s business world and at the heart of effective decision-making. However, raw data alone isn’t enough; it’s the ability to interpret and visualize this data that drives meaningful insights. Tableau Software, a leading data visualization tool, has emerged as a game-changer…

How EDI Automates Data Entry: A Practical Guide for Modern Operations

Every organization struggles with the same operational bottleneck: repetitive, time-consuming manual data entry. Whether it’s copying values into a spreadsheet, retyping orders from emails, cleaning up OCR output, or manipulating CSV files before uploading them into ERP modules, these tasks consume hours of staff time and introduce unnecessary risk. Errors…

Purchase Order Confirmation Rates: Navigating Amazon Chargebacks

Updated 12/10/25 Amazon chargebacks have become an unavoidable part of doing business within the Amazon ecosystem—but they do not have to erode your profitability or overwhelm your operations. For many suppliers, Amazon chargebacks and Amazon vendor chargebacks accumulate quietly in the background, only to reveal thousands of dollars in lost…

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…

What is an SDQ Purchase Order?

Updated 8/27/25 Efficiency often comes down to how well data is shared and utilized. That’s where SDQ (Ship Destination Quantity) purchase orders—sometimes called spreadsheet or explosion orders—prove their value. By reducing redundant data, these orders streamline communication and eliminate the need to send the same sales order header multiple times.…

EDI 852: Optimizing Product Activity Data and Inventory Management for Better Supply Chain Decisions

Updated 7/30/25 Many of our cloud EDI clients ask: How can I track our customers’ product sales and on-hand inventory? The answer lies in the EDI 852, also known as the Product Activity Data transaction. The EDI 852 is a critical tool in supply chain management, enabling customers to share…

The Mechanics of Electronic Data Interchange: How EDI Works

Modern businesses are under increasing pressure to automate operations, improve efficiency, and maintain seamless connections with trading partners. Thus, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) has emerged as a powerful solution to meet these demands. EDI enables companies to exchange standardized business documents—such as purchase orders, invoices, and shipping notices—electronically, eliminating the…

Understanding EDI Industry Standards: X12 vs. EDIFACT Explained

Updated 7/25/25 In the world of electronic data interchange (EDI), two prominent standards have long dominated the landscape: X12 (US standard) and EDIFACT (European standard) Why should you care about this? In every EDI relationship, you’ll have to adhere to one of these standards. Both are widely used for facilitating…

What Is EDI? Fundamentals, Benefits, and Future of Electronic Data Interchange

Updated 7/23/25 Despite numerous blogs and speculation, EDI is not dead. It is never going to die, and stands as the most efficient communication and data management tool for B2B transactions. Well, what is EDI? Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is the computer-to-computer exchange of business documents in a standard format.…

What Does EDI Capable Mean and Why Does It Matter?

Updated 5/16/25 Being “EDI capable” refers to the ability to exchange standardized documents with trading partners, typically customers and suppliers. This capability involves using Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) technology to send and receive business documents such as purchase orders (EDI 850), invoices (EDI 810), and shipment notices (EDI 856) directly…

Blockchain in the Supply Chain: Starting Blocks for Success

Updated 3/31/25 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.…

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…

Everything You Need to Know About EDI Invoicing

Businesses of all sizes are constantly seeking ways to optimize their financial operations (at least, they should be), improve cash flow management and automate invoice processing. One of the most transformative innovations in financial processing is EDI, which has become a cornerstone of invoice automation. EDI replaces traditional paper-based invoicing…

XML and EDI: A Harmonious Existence

There has been much written about XML and EDI and which one is better. The answer is neither, because both have a place in modern business. Organizations often face a choice between using XML data exchange (eXtensible Markup Language) and EDI (Electronic Data Interchange). However, this decision shouldn’t be viewed…

Do Election Years Cause Supply Chain Disruption?

Supply chain disruptions can arise from a variety of factors, including political events, natural disasters, and market shifts. Election years, in particular, have long been speculated to influence supply chain dynamics due to economic uncertainty, shifting regulations, and changes in consumer behavior. In this post, we explore the potential causes…