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EDI and Integration Planning

Methods of EDI Benchmarking to Improve Your Integration Capabilities

Posted by Brad Loetz on Nov 29, 2018 1:25 PM

After you (re)visit why you are investing in EDI integration as part of the strategy process and you have examined some alternatives in supporting the strategy of your business, establishing an understanding of your present state becomes a critical first step in moving your integration capabilities forward. 

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Chatting with an Expert: Microsoft BizTalk

Posted by Brooke Lester on Oct 24, 2018 11:57 AM

Microsoft’s BizTalk allows organizations to automate business processes to become more efficient and profitable. Even though the most recent incarnation of BizTalk has been on the market for almost two years, potential customers are still curious about whether it is right for them.

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What Role Does Data Modeling Play in Integration?

Posted by Brooke Lester on Oct 17, 2018 4:06 PM

In integration, data modeling is crucial. However, it is often misunderstood and downplayed.

This post explores the role of data modeling in data integration and how it can act as a bridge between business processes and IT processes in the enterprise. Read on to learn more.

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Top EDI Challenges for the Data-Driven Enterprise

Posted by Brooke Lester on Oct 10, 2018 11:52 AM

Becoming a data-driven enterprise is no longer optional in today’s world. You cannot afford to make decisions on anything else but the most up-to-date, accurate information. There are several challenges that companies must overcome to be considered “data-driven.” Some of those obstacles come from EDI solutions.

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B2B Integration Options, On-Premises, Hosted, Cloud, Hybrid and More

Posted by Brad Loetz on Mar 20, 2018 1:29 PM

In recent posts, we’ve discussed assessing the current state of your EDI and B2B integration capabilities, contrasted against the desired state found through business network consultation and IT alignment discussions with line of business personnel.

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