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Cloud EDI vs. On-Premises EDI 

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Efficiently communicating order data is critical for business growth. For years, companies have relied on electronic data interchange (EDI) to speed up order processing, reduce errors, and comply with trading partner requirements. Traditionally, businesses managed this with on-premise EDI software hosted on in-house servers. Today, many suppliers are switching to cloud-based EDI solutions for greater […]

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EDI 846

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What is an EDI 846? EDI 846, also known as an Inventory Inquiry/Advice, is an EDI transaction used by both buyers and sellers to provide updates regarding inventory levels. This document is often used in drop ship environments where the retailer controls the eCommerce website, rather than employing a merchant/manufacturer portal or API-based integration.  EDI […]

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EDI 820

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What is an EDI 820? An EDI 820 is a type of EDI transaction, which is used to transfer payment data between buyers and sellers. EDI 820 is also known as a Payment Order or Remittance Advice document, normally sent in response to an EDI 810 Invoice or EDI 850 Purchase Order to confirm payment […]

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EDI 850

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What is an EDI 850 (X12 850)? Last updated: 31 July 2026 An EDI 850 is a type of electronic data interchange transaction set that contains details about an order. Also known as an electronic purchase order, an EDI 850 is usually sent to a vendor as the first step in the ordering process. An […]

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EDI 856

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Last updated: 3 August 2026 What is an EDI 856 (ASN 856)? EDI 856, also known as an Advance Shipping Notice or ASN, is an important, and frequently used EDI transaction among suppliers, distributors, manufacturers, and retailers in the United States of America. Also referred to as an EDI ASN 856, the document is sent […]

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EDI 940

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Last updated: 3 August 2026 What is an EDI 940? EDI 940, also known as a Warehouse Shipping Order, is an ANSI X12 electronic data interchange transaction set commonly sent by sellers/suppliers to third-party logistics providers (3PLs) in the U.S. It acts as a formal request for shipment of goods from a remote warehouse to […]

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EDI 810

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What is EDI 810? An EDI 810 Invoice is sent by a seller to a buyer, to indicate the charges due, and request payment according to agreed-upon terms. This EDI Transaction code is used in the U.S. It can be used instead of sending a paper, email, or PDF invoice. While other EDI invoicing documents […]

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EDI 997

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What is an EDI 997? EDI 997, also known as a Functional Acknowledgement, is used by trading partners to confirm the receipt of other EDI documents. EDI 997 is usually fully automated and lets the sending party know that an EDI transaction was received by their partner’s EDI translation software. EDI 997 documents follow the […]

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EDI Transaction Codes Explained

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EDI transaction codes (or EDI document types) define the standard format for exchanging key business documents electronically. From purchase orders to invoices and shipping notices, each code serves a specific role in digital supply chains. While ANSI X12 is primarily used in North America, many UK businesses use these formats when trading internationally. We also […]

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3 Things Sage ERP Users Should Look for in EDI

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In business, some things just go together. ERP and EDI solutions are two of those things. Both add value independently, but together they offer companies unparalleled efficiency and connectivity. Organisations utilising Sage will likely understand this more than most. Sage’s suite of products is tailored to industries where EDI is prevalent. Still, the corporate landscape […]

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