EDI Integration
Automate data transfers from EDI documents to your ERP system to increase order processing efficiency and streamline trading partner communications
EDI integration improves productivity and creates better experiences.
For your business to run smoothly, you need efficient operations. EDI (electronic data interchange) integration makes that happen by enabling you to automate data exchange workflows between your partners and ERP, and back-end applications. This eliminates manual processes, improves trading partner relationships, and reduces strain on team members, so they can spend more time providing a better customer experience.
90%
Potential cost reduction when converting from manual to automatic order processing.
Seamlessly Integrate With More Than 1,000 Trading Partners
Set up, test, manage, and monitor trading partners, EDI documents, and workflows in one place.
What can EDI Integration do for you?
Your relationship with trading partners depends on speed, accuracy, and adhering to their guidelines. By integrating EDI to your ERP system and other applications you can leverage automation to create a seamless flow of data between those systems to:
- Enable optimal order fulfillment – regardless of the shipping method
- Gain real-time visibility into your supply chain to improve efficiency and lower costs
EDI to ERP integration
Improve efficiency and automate EDI data transfers between your trading partners and ERP system through automation.
EDI Document Types
If you have any specific questions about integrating your EDI with your ERP, CRM, and accounting systems, please reach out. Click below for more information regarding EDI document types and some of the most common documents you will use to engage with trading partners.
Build and Integrate
Manage your supply chain with Harmony EDI
Automate EDI transactions between trading partners and your ERP to gain visibility of communications and documents.
Connect Apps with Harmony
Connect SaaS, on-premise and legacy applications with a single iPaaS solution. Automate workflows with an intuitive visual interface. Create and publish developer-friendly APIs.
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Getting Started With EDI
Frequently Asked Questions
What is EDI integration and how does EDI integration work?
EDI stands for Electronic Data Interchange and is the exchange and processing of documents electronically, utilizing a standard format. It allows for accurate and reliable transmission of data between your systems and those of your trading partners. EDI integration is the transfer, mapping, and translation of EDI data to and from business applications, and is an important piece of how businesses create efficiencies.
EDI is a critical piece in driving the supply chain across a multitude of verticals including, but not limited to retail, manufacturing, healthcare, insurance, logistics, distribution, automotive, financial services, and government. There are a number of EDI standards & protocols supported to help you with your EDI integration and we continue to add more. We currently maintain a library of over 5,000 standard versions and over 25,000 transaction sets, which are implementations of individual EDI file types.
- Data Formats: All EDI (X12, EDIFACT, TRADACOMS, XML, CICA, HL7, etc.), XML – (WSDL, XSD), cXML, Flat Text Structures, Hierarchical Text Structures, and more…
- Transport Protocols: AS2, FTP/SFTP/FTPS, HTTP/S, Web Services (SOAP, REST), ODBC, JDBC, File Shares, LDAP, SMTP / POP3, and more…
- Platforms: Cloud, Windows, Linux, Solaris
- Enterprise Applications: SAP, Microsoft Dynamics (CRM, AX, GP, NAV, SL) PeopleSoft, Oracle, JD Edwards, and more…
- Databases: Oracle, SQL Server, DB2, MySQL, Sybase, Teradata, and more…
- Existing SOA Platforms: webMethods, Tibco, IBM WebSphere, BEA WebLogic, and more…
- 3rd Party Applications: QAD, Infor, Vertical Response, Interwoven, AMS Advantage, Microsoft SharePoint, Documentum, Amazon.com, and more…
- SaaS Applications: Salesforce, NetSuite, Workday, RightNow!, Siebel On-Demand, and more…
- Other Systems: Web Services, XML, Flat and Hierarchical Structures, Legacy, Active Directory, LDAP, and more…
What are some of the top EDI Use Cases?
EDI stands for Electronic Data Interchange and is the exchange and processing of documents electronically, utilizing a standard communication method.
Types of EDI systems vary depending on business function with common functions ranging from purchasing and accounting, to warehousing and logistics. Specific EDI use cases also exist for healthcare, government, real estate, and other vertical markets. Common business functions automated via EDI integration include:
- Sales & Purchasing: Purchase Orders (PO), PO Acknowledgements / Changes / Adjustments, Order Status Reports / Inquiries
- Finance & Accounting: Invoices, Payment Remittance / Advice, Payment ,Acceptance/Rejection, Tax Reporting, Credit / Debit Memos
- Logistics: Advance Ship Notices/Status Messages, Freight Details, Bills of Lading, Prepayment Adjustment Advice
- Marketing: Requests for Quote, Sales Catalog/Pricing, Price Authorization, Product Activity, Sales Tracing
- Inventory: Inventory Adjustments, Planning Schedules, Inventory Advice, Product Transfers/Resales
- Manufacturing: Product Specifications, Test Results, Planning Schedules
- Insurance: Claim Submittal, Claims Tracing, Benefits Enrollment, Eligibility Inquiries
What are the types of EDI?
The ANSI X12 EDI standard supports over three hundred electronic data interchange types for automating specific business transactions. The most common EDI transaction types for EDI integration include:
- Purchase Orders (850): Terms of sale
- Invoices (810): Request of payment with details
- Purchase Order Acknowledgement (855): Confirmation of the purchase order
- Advance Shipment Notices (856): Goods shipped/packed estimated time
- Product Catalog (832): List of product and services
- Remittance Advance (820): Payment has been made
Why choose EDI for B2B integration?
EDI is the preferred method of B2B integration for a majority of businesses and adopted by over 80% of large companies. EDI has a decades-long track record of security, reliability, and scalability in high-volume environments. There are several reasons for EDI’s longevity and wide adoption.
Compared to manual transaction processing, EDI software integration has the following advantages:
- EDI is a requirement for doing business with many retailers, wholesalers, and manufacturers
- Manual data entry is slow and error-laden, impeding order fulfillment and other business functions
- EDI integration allows businesses to optimize cash flow, reduce costs, and redirect resources to other business initiatives
- EDI integration accelerates the cash-to-order cycle and increases ROI by automating these common business tasks
- Successful EDI implementation can reduce costs over 90% compared to manually processing business transactions
Compared to other B2B integration methods, EDI has the following advantages:
- EDI is a widely adopted, and a frequently required, method of B2B integration
- EDI eliminates the need to support multiple, disparate B2B systems
- EDI does not require custom coding or API integration for each Trading Partner
- EDI removes the need to expose sensitive application APIs to the Internet for B2B integration
- Trading Partners can be added in a fraction of the time compared to other B2B integration methods
- EDI can handle a far greater volume of transactions than competing B2B integration methods
Why choose Jitterbit for EDI integration?
Ready-Built Connectors
As an Integration Platform as a Service (IPaaS) solution, Jitterbit has ready-built connectors for virtually all major business software packages. Our robust API support allows for the rapid integration of new applications or custom enterprise systems.
Integrate Any Workflow
Unlike other EDI processors that simply dump transactions into a single system, Jitterbit can seamlessly integrate EDI data into even the most complicated business workflow. Data can be instantly managed and synchronized with multiple business applications throughout your enterprise.
Intuitive EDI Tools
Utilize out-of-the-box tools to build out your EDI integration. Easily create and manage your trading partners. Quickly streamline the flow of your EDI documents with features such as EDI mapping and management, EDI Dashboard, EDI Acknowledgement, EDI Splitter, and EDI Validator.
Future-Proof Solutions
By eliminating the requirement for custom coding, Jitterbit’s EDI integration maintains an unprecedented level of forward compatibility. The impact of future systems upgrades and software migrations is minimized, allowing for near-zero downtime during changes to your IT infrastructure.
Reliability and Performance
Jitterbit maintains the highest level of performance and reliability. Jitterbit can easily handle production environments that process over 120 million records per day without performance related issues. Jitterbit can split, manage, and process EDI files containing thousands of individual transactions without error.
Legendary Support
Jitterbit’s direct EDI integration is backed by the highest level of support found anywhere in the B2B industry. Our seasoned EDI professionals have decades of experience, and we provide unparalleled support with rapid response times. This level of support, coupled with Jitterbit’s commitment to quality, brings proven performance and peace of mind to B2B integration.