Overview of accelerators (what are those accelerators)
The EDIs contained in them
Steps to download and use the accelerators (for AC v4.x normal deployment, for v3.x not sure)
Steps to use Transactions that are created by that accelerator.
Accelerator is a package having transactions related to a domain for eg manufacturing.
Has support for some EDIs for those specific domains - in red, we havent worked on earlier
Eg: 850 is an EDI format that is used for generating a PO --> sends this PO using MFT to Husman --> Husman sends 997 ackn.
850 is outbound EDI for Wallmart but inbound EDI for Husman
997 is outbound EDI for Husman but inbound EDI
have 3 flavours of 850 inbound
Always FTP is used for both source and target
parsed data at inbound is stored in IDOC or XML format in the FTP
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is a method of exchanging business documents electronically between two or more trading partners in a standardized format. Many companies across different industries use EDI as it offers significant benefits – improved communication, reduced costs, and increased efficiency – over manual process of exchanging the documents.
Adeptia provides prebuilt EDI solutions for industries including manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics that speed up the document exchange process and allow businesses to exchange data seamlessly with their trading partners. These EDI solutions address industry specific standard data exchange processes saving you time, effort, and money.
The EDI solutions provided by Adeptia are readily available as EDI accelerators that you can download, deploy, and start using. Each accelerator is a set of preconfigured EDI Transactions that you can use to exchange documents with your partners.
This section discusses the following industry specific EDI accelerators developed by Adeptia:
EDI accelerator for manufacturing
EDI accelerator for healthcare
EDI accelerator for and logistics
This technology has been around for several decades and is widely used in various industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and logistics.
EDI is a powerful technology that enables businesses to exchange data seamlessly and efficiently with their trading partners. It offers significant benefits, including increased efficiency, improved accuracy, and reduced costs.
EDI eliminates the need for manual data entry, reduces the risk of errors, and speeds up the document exchange process. It allows businesses to exchange data seamlessly with their trading partners, regardless of the software or system they use. This results in improved communication, reduced costs, and increased efficiency.
EDI Standards
One of the key benefits of EDI is its ability to standardize the format of business documents. There are several EDI standards in use today, including ANSI X12, EDIFACT, TRADACOMS, and ODETTE. Each standard defines the structure and content of specific business documents, such as purchase orders, invoices, and shipping notices.
The use of EDI standards ensures that business documents are exchanged in a consistent and predictable manner, regardless of the system or software used by each trading partner. This reduces the need for custom interfaces, which can be costly and time-consuming to develop and maintain.
EDI Implementation
Implementing EDI can be a complex process, requiring significant planning and coordination between trading partners. It involves several steps, including:
Choosing an EDI solution provider: There are many EDI solution providers in the market, each with its own set of features and capabilities. It is important to choose a provider that can meet the specific needs of your business.
Mapping business documents: Once a provider is selected, the next step is to map the data elements in your business documents to the corresponding EDI standard. This involves identifying the fields in each document and specifying the corresponding EDI segment, element, and data type.
Testing and validation: Before going live with EDI, it is important to thoroughly test the system to ensure that documents are exchanged correctly and without errors. This involves exchanging test documents with trading partners and verifying that they are received and processed correctly.
Going live: Once testing is complete, the EDI system can be deployed and used for live document exchange. Ongoing maintenance and support are required to ensure that the system continues to function correctly and meets the evolving needs of the business.
Benefits of EDI
There are several benefits to using EDI, including:
Increased efficiency: EDI eliminates the need for manual data entry and document processing, which reduces errors and speeds up the document exchange process.
Improved accuracy: EDI uses standardized formats and data validation, which reduces the risk of errors and ensures that documents are exchanged correctly.
Reduced costs: EDI eliminates the need for paper documents, postage, and manual processing, which can result in significant cost savings for businesses.
Improved communication: EDI allows businesses to exchange data seamlessly with their trading partners, which improves communication and collaboration.
Competitive advantage: EDI can provide a competitive advantage by enabling businesses to respond quickly to customer needs, reduce lead times, and improve overall efficiency.
In conclusion, EDI is a powerful technology that enables businesses to exchange data seamlessly and efficiently with their trading partners. It offers significant benefits, including increased efficiency, improved accuracy, and reduced costs. While implementing EDI can be complex, the benefits are well worth the effort for businesses looking to improve their operations and gain a competitive edge in their industry.