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What is EDI “as a Service”? At Namtek Consulting Services, we have been providing a service called EDI2XML Translation Service. As many already know, EDI requires expertise and knowledge in the field; not any IT professional can handle a full EDI project. This often makes it difficult when businesses are told by suppliers or retailers […]

We’ve compiled a list of our most read and shared blog posts. These IT articles cover tons of different topics ranging from EDI communication to Productivity Apps to ERP Implementations to IT Business Tools.

False Advertisement: The Truth about ERP Implementations

This article really touched upon the negative experiences of ERP implementations at businesses. It goes on to answer the question: “Why do companies have such terrible software implementation experiences?” Our experts’ conclusion was that either their ERP Provider is only providing them with half-truths about implementations to sell their own products OR business executives make their own assumptions and do not do the proper research required beforehand. Getting the RIGHT and TRUTHFUL information from IT Providers as well as doing your own research on implementations is absolutely critical. Read more to get the real story behind those false statements about ERP Implementations. Read more

EDI Communication, a method of electronically exchanging business documents, like Purchase Orders and Invoices, between Trading Partners, has been very much in demand for manufacturers, retailers, suppliers, etc. in recent years…and for good reason! [Read the top benefits of EDI]

So, you’ve recently been looking into doing business with a large retailer but they require you to exchange POs, Invoices, ASNs via EDI? Debating whether or not to bring EDI into your business by 2016? Read more

EDI Translation Methods_Pros + Cons

It’s difficult for SMEs to find a ‘middle ground’ solution when it comes to EDI translation & communication. When looking to get started using EDI, there are currently three options:

– buy an EDI translator, targeted to developers

– go with a large EDI Vendor to outsource your EDI communication

– do it all from scratch, in-house Read more

Take a look at today’s  Infographic that goes on to briefly describe how companies can get started using EDI Communication with their customers/suppliers/partners.

Every company needs to analyze their EDI requirements first and foremost to determine which solution or service will be needed to easily and securely exchange documents with their Trading Partners. To learn more about EDI Communication, visit EDI2XML. Read more

EDI-benefits

EDI Communication is an electronic communication method used by businesses typically in a B2B environment. It is used to exchange data via electronic means. Many companies today unfortunately still send purchase orders or invoices via email, mail or fax. This would then entail employees to manually input this information into their system. Many errors are likely to occur at that point which can eventually lead to late and/or wrong shipments to customers. EDI has eliminated many supply chain inefficiencies and has provided accuracy and timeliness when it comes to order processing. Read more