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Streamlining EDI Implementation: A Comprehensive Guide

Imagine running a business where orders process themselves, invoices never get lost in the mail, and your supply chain operates with the precision of a well-oiled machine. Sounds like a dream, right?  Well, welcome to the world of EDI integration—the technology that takes the chaos out of data exchange and…
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EDI vs API: Choosing the Best Integration Method

Across myriad industries, businesses are increasingly reliant on seamless data integration to stay competitive. Two prominent technologies facilitating this exchange are traditional Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and modern Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). While both methods of B2B data integration serve the purpose of transferring data between systems, they do so…
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Choosing the Right EDI Provider for Your D365 ERP Migration

Migrating to a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system like D365 can be a transformative step for any business. However, one critical component often overlooked during this transition is the integration of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) systems. Too often, EDI becomes an afterthought in all the pomp and circumstance of…
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What is EDI 856? Definition and Business Benefits

EDI and specifically the Advanced Ship Notice (EDI 856/ASN) provide effective supply chain communication and efficient data exchange, which are crucial for B2B success. Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is a technology that allows companies to exchange business documents electronically, streamlining processes and reducing errors. Among the various EDI transaction sets,…
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EDI Onboarding Best Practices: Setting the Right Business Rules

Transitioning to EDI isn’t just about technology—it’s about setting the right business rules to ensure seamless data exchange between trading partners. EDI streamlines the exchange of business documents, such as purchase orders, invoices, and shipment notices, by replacing traditional paper-based methods with electronic formats. In a typical order-to-cash cycle, there…
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Too Many Cooks in the EDI Kitchen

Photo appears courtesy of Les Roches Global Hospitality Education. We have spent many years implementing and supporting EDI solutions from Liaison Technologies with both private and public companies, including the military. There is often a “the more the merrier” philosophy when it comes to getting people involved in conference calls…
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Quibids.com Harnesses the Power of Delta/ECS

Photo appears courtesy of Ronca-WW. Last year we had the pleasure of with working with both Quibids.com and fellow Liaison reseller, Virtual Logistics, on a large integration project using Liaison’s Delta/ECS integration package.  This is a great case study and truly illustrates the flexibility, efficiency, and automation that Delta/ECS can…
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EDI Processing Should be Nimble

Jack be nimble, Jack be quick, Jack jump over the candle stick. Jumping over the candle stick without extinguishing the flame from this famous 19th century nursery rhyme was just a form of fortune telling, sport and good luck. With EDI processing being the majority of a business’ important order…
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Think You’re Ready for Data Integration? Take this Quiz

Photo appears courtesy of Rhonda Oglesby.  As I have said many times, in many blogs – if you’re processing more than 20 transactions per day then you should be integrated.  There are other considerations however when you’re thinking of pursuing an integration solution.  Take this short quiz to find out if you’re…
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A CEO’s Guide to Supplier Enablement

Photo appears courtesy of Dan4th Nicholas.  You’ve been doing EDI for years.  You’ve got a phenomenal software package (extra points if it’s Liaison’s Delta/ECS).  Your top 30%, 40%, even 50% of your supply chain is connected through EDI document exchanges.  You have eliminated most manual processes.  And through the use of…
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Top 7 EDI Solution Considerations

All too often, organizations choose an EDI solution quickly and based solely on a mandate handed down from their customer.  They may choose whatever solution their customer recommends or find one by doing a quick Google search.  This is not always prudent and can lead to headaches down the road.…
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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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