What is EDI?
Learn the fundamentals of Electronic Data Interchange and how businesses exchange documents electronically.
Getting started with EDI
New to EDI? Start here.
Learn the fundamentals of Electronic Data Interchange, understand how businesses exchange documents electronically, and build a solid foundation before exploring more advanced topics.
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Common EDI documents
Discover the most common business documents exchanged through EDI, from purchase orders to invoices and delivery notes.
How EDI works
Follow the journey of a business document and see how information moves automatically between trading partners.
Business benefits
Explore how EDI helps businesses reduce manual work, improve accuracy, and automate document exchange.
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EDI fundamentals
What is EDI?
EDI, or Electronic Data Interchange, allows invoices, orders, and other business documents to move directly between systems instead of being handled manually.
Do I need technical knowledge?
No. This section is designed for beginners and explains EDI in simple, practical terms. Whether you work in Finance, Operations, Customer Service or IT, you'll be able to follow along.
Is EDI only for large companies?
No. Businesses of all sizes use EDI. Modern cloud-based solutions have made EDI accessible for small and medium-sized companies as well as global enterprises.
Which business documents can be exchanged?
EDI supports many different document types, including purchase orders, order confirmations, delivery notes, invoices, credit notes, and inventory updates.
What's the difference between EDI and Peppol?
EDI is the general method of exchanging business documents electronically. Peppol is one of the networks and standards that enables secure document exchange between organisations.
Do I need to replace my ERP system?
No. An EDI solution typically integrates with your existing ERP or business system, allowing you to automate document exchange without replacing your current software.
How long does it take to get started with EDI?
It depends on your ERP system, the number of trading partners, and the complexity of your requirements. Many businesses begin with a small number of document types and expand over time.