How EDI Helps 3PL Providers (Third-Party Logistics Companies)

How EDI Helps 3PL Providers (Third-Party Logistics Companies)?

What is 3PL? A 3PL provider is a third-party logistics company serving as links in outsourced distribution and fulfillment stages of the supply chain. 3PL companies provide full-scale logistics services such as transportation, warehousing, customs clearance, and other logistics-related activities. Basically, 3PL helps outsource a part of or a full logistics operation to a logistics […]

What is UNEDIFACT Standard and Messages?

What is UN/EDIFACT Standard and Messages?

Introduction UN/EDIFACT (United Nations/Electronic Data Interchange for Administration, Commerce, and Transport is the international standard that was developed by the United Nations). Comprise a set of internationally agreed standards, directo­ries, and guidelines for the electronic interchange of structured data, between independent computerized information systems. The work of maintenance and further development of this standard is […]

What is EDI Translation? | Commport Communications

What is EDI Translation?

Define EDI Translation EDI translation means converting data from enterprise-specific and irregular formats into standardized and organized structures that are compliant with EDI standards. It is commonly used in business-to-business transactions to exchange documents such as purchase orders, invoices, and shipping notices. The process involves mapping data elements from one format to another, ensuring that […]

Evolution of EDI Technology

Evolution of EDI Technology

Introduction One of the first use of EDI technology was in 1948. A standard manifest system was designed to transmit data by telex, radio-teletype, or telephone by the US army to track cargo during the German war. Since then, EDI technology continued to evolve and became a standardized communication channel for businesses across the world […]

How Can EDI Help Automate Order Processing for Your Business

How Can EDI Help Automate Order Processing for Your Business?

Introduction Before getting started with EDI order processing, First, let’s define, What is EDI? – EDI stands for electronic data interchange which is a standardized way that businesses exchange information. EDI automates orders flowing in and out of the supply chain with ease without manual intervention. It helps connect all involved parties i.e., suppliers, logistics […]