B2B Data Integration and Transformation Blog

Key Takeaways:

• Technological advancements are fueling an evolution in traditional supply chains.
• APIs are an essential component in helping to build digital supply chains.
• APIs facilitate optimization of logistics and transportation.

Since its debut more than 50 years ago, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) has transformed the face of supply chain logistics -- for the better. Across industries, EDI eases the burdens of supply chain management: It saves money, reduces errors, speeds goods movement and improves customer satisfaction. And the future for EDI is even brighter.

To keep pace and stay competitive in today's dynamic business environment, frequently evaluating and enhancing your supply chain maturity is a must. Take a second to think about your supply chain. Would you describe it as “mature”? What is a “mature” supply chain, anyway?

In the coming years and decades, the business landscape is likely to see technological advancements improve EDI in the supply chain.

Electronic data interchange, which enables real-time information exchange between trading partners, has become a critical part of modern supply-chain management. Yet not all companies use it. Below, we detail the top three benefits organizations will see when they make EDI part of their businesses: increased cybersecurity protections, improved operational efficiency and an enhanced customer experience.