EDI compliance

Evaluating a Potential Vendor for EDI Integration with NetSuite

EDI has long been a critical component for businesses aiming to streamline their operations. NetSuite, a leading cloud-based Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution, enables organizations to enhance efficiency and automate processes. However, to maximize the benefits of NetSuite, businesses must carefully select an EDI partner that aligns with their operational…
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The Truth About Web EDI & the Dangers of Non-Integrated EDI

In the digital age, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) has revolutionized supply chain communication. Retailers tout Web EDI as a game-changer, enabling them to streamline operations and enforce compliance among their suppliers. However, while Web EDI offers clear benefits to retailers, suppliers often bear the hidden costs of inefficiency, manual processing,…
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The Ripple Effect: How Retail Acquisitions Impact Supplier EDI Compliance

In 1997, Safeway acquired Vons/Pavilions. Then in 2015, Albertson’s acquired Safeway. And in 2022, Kroger attempted to acquire Albertson’s for $26.4 billion. Fast forward to February of this year and the Federal Trade Commission announced it is filing a lawsuit to block the acquisition stating concerns about the merger being…
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Encouraging Retailers to Embrace EDI Compliance: A Win-Win Approach

So much has been written about retailers mandating that suppliers implement EDI for onboarding but rarely do you hear about suppliers asking retailers for the same. All too often, suppliers deploy EDI simply as a requirement to do business with their customers, but what if it those suppliers looked at…
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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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EDI Testing Challenges: Key Lessons and Solutions

Who has been there?  You studied the implementation guide, mapping is done, VAN/AS2 connections are set up, you have gotten through initial testing with flying colors, and then you go live and EVERYTHING falls apart. EDI plays a pivotal role in modern business operations, enabling seamless digital communication between trading…
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Understand EDI Compliance and Eliminate EDI Chargebacks!

Updated July 7, 2023 Photo appears courtesy of Brianna Lehman. As a person who has worked in the EDI area for many years, I have learned that it is not an easy task to always stay current and on top of all of your customer’s EDI compliance requirements. Not only…
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Have You Been a Victim of Supplier Enablement?

Supplier enablement is one of those phrases that typically has the small business owner shaking in his boots.  It normally goes like this…you get an email from your customer that you will be contacted soon by an EDI provider who will “help” you become EDI compliant.  Once you speak to…
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