How iEDI Simplified thansen’s Daily Operations
Retail chain thansen operates more than 150 stores in Denmark, all receiving daily deliveries from multiple suppliers. A seamless invoicing process is critical for their operations. That’s why thansen partnered with iEDI to automate their EDI processes—and the results have been transformative.
"We’ve seen tremendous time savings. Previously, we had employees spending their entire day manually entering invoices. Today, it all happens automatically, and we only need to review invoices that don’t match. This has freed up resources for more meaningful tasks," says Ole Haahr Andersen, EDI Manager at thansen.
Automation That Brings Clarity
The old manual invoicing method was not only time-consuming but also prone to errors. With iEDI’s solutions, supplier invoices are now automatically validated and booked if they align with existing agreements and deliveries.
"Invoices can have over 100 lines, and even small data entry errors used to take a long time to identify. With iEDI, those errors are eliminated because everything happens automatically," Ole Haahr Andersen explains.
The automation also means that thansen only has to handle orders at the warehouse-picking stage. "We only touch the orders when they’re ready to be picked. Everything else, from receipt to validation, happens seamlessly within the system," he adds.
Simple and User-Friendly
iEDI’s web platform has made it easy for thansen’s employees to stay on top of the process. "We log in daily to check if any invoices contain errors. The platform is simple and intuitive, enabling us to act quickly if adjustments are needed," says Ole Haahr Andersen.
Transitioning to iEDI’s system was smooth, thanks to excellent collaboration between all parties involved. "It was easy to get started. iEDI supported us with everything from setup to ensuring we were aligned with our suppliers. Today, everything just works," he says.
More Time for What Matters: The Customers
One of the biggest advantages of iEDI’s solution is the time now available for more meaningful tasks.
"EDI has eliminated data entry errors, freeing up resources so employees can focus on what truly matters: our customers. It’s a clear win for both us and our customers," Ole Haahr Andersen explains.
A Recommendation for Other Businesses
Ole Haahr Andersen recommends iEDI to any company heavily involved in B2B trade, whether buying or selling. "It’s not just us who benefit. Our suppliers and key customers also gain from the automated, error-free processes," he says, adding: "We’ve always experienced great customer service from iEDI, and they’re quick to respond whenever we need assistance."
After more than seven years with iEDI, Ole Haahr Andersen is confident the collaboration has strengthened thansen’s workflows.
"Thanks to iEDI, our systems run like a well-oiled machine," he concludes with a smile.