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What is EDI Messaging?

Guide to EDI Messaging

Before discussing the different EDI message types, let’s define what messaging is. Messaging is the sending and processing of messages between a sender and a receiver that are transmitted electronically (by email, text, app, or similar electronic means). EDI messaging is the sending and processing of EDI messages between a sender and a receiver that are transmitted electronically (by computer systems).

EDI message types

All EDI standards have their corresponding message types. For example, EDIFACT message types are identified by a six-letter reference, but a three-digit number identifies ANSI X12’s. For the EDIFACT standard, an invoice is referred to as INVOIC, whereas the ANSI X12 standard refers to it as 810.

 

A list of message types for EDIFACT and ANSI X12 standards can be seen below:

How Celtrino EDI Can Benefit You

Whether you are a supplier or a customer, there are many advantages for you to consider when finding the right EDI message types for your business.

Fast and reliable message exchange
Reduce manual intervention, paper and data errors
Free up accounts and IT resources for value-added activities
Better sales reporting, stock control and information sharing
Faster order processing and faster payment of invoices
Easier to grow EDI connections to enter new markets
Respond promptly to key customer EDI and supply chain demands

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You can learn more about EDIFACT and our EDI services by exploring our case studies and discovering how we have offered EDI solutions and managed services across multiple industries. 

If you have any questions about EDIFACT or just general EDI questions you’d like to discuss or would like to learn more about us, be sure to contact us, and a member of our dedicated team will be happy to help.

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