EDI 832
The EDI standards are divided into different codes. The EDI 832 is
known as a ‘transaction type’. In this case, the EDI 832
transaction is what’s known as a sales catalog. Just like in
non-EDI transactions, suppliers and customers must
exchange product catalogs to understand the products
and goods being exchanged. The EDI 832 transaction makes that exchange
electronic. EDI 832 transactions are frequently exchanged between manufacturers
and retailers. Manufacturers rely on EDI 832 transactions
to send vital product information to retailers with whom they do business.
Frequently the EDI 832 transaction will be integrated into the retailer’s
ERP systems for an automated exchange of information.
EMANIO’s
Trading Partner EDI software is 100% compatible with
the EDI 832 transaction along with hundreds of other EDI transaction
types. In the rest of this document we will examine how an EDI 832
document affects suppliers and customers.
Suppliers and EDI 832
The EDI 832 transaction is a critical component to every supplier
as a means of communicating product information throughout
their supply chain. Vendors send out an EDI 832 once per quarter at
a minimum, although the actual frequency of EDI 832 communications
is determined by individual needs. At the core of the EDI 832 document
are two minimum requirements: it must convey product information and
it must convey prices. EDI 832 transactions are often customized to
the needs of individual suppliers and retailers. When crafting the
EDI 832 document it’s important
for vendors to pay attention to the information delivered.
The EDI 832 after all is the primary exchange vehicle of product information
and will be exposed to all customers. While EDI 832
documents are critical to suppliers, they have a significant benefit
to customers as well.
Customers and EDI 832
EDI 832 documents are also critical to the companies that receive
them. The EDI 832 provides critical information on products and prices
available to the customer. In order to expedite the receipt and processing
of EDI 832 documents, many companies integrate the receipt of the EDI
832 into their purchasing software. Key information contained in the
EDI 832 like minimum order quantities and number of items per container
provides the customer with key information to be used in the ordering
process. Integrating the flow of information from an EDI 832 into a
company’s ERP or purchasing system is easily handled with software
packages like EMANIO’s Trading Partner Integrator software that
is fully compatible with the EDI 832.
EDI 832, The Cornerstone of Business
As you can see, the EDI 832 transaction is a critical component used
in the exchange of transaction information between
vendors and customers. As your business begins to embrace EDI, whether
through your own initiative or through a mandate, you should explore
how you could use the EDI 832 transaction. The exchange of product
information via the EDI 832 is a key aspect of communicating with your
customers that will enable the smooth and efficient exchange of orders
and invoices between you and your customers.
EDI 832 Documents
As a supplier just getting started with EDI you should take time to
ensure the complete accuracy and thoroughness of
your EDI 832 document. At its core the EDI 832 provides
information that your customers need before they even being to consider
placing an order. As a retailer the EDI 832 transaction is equally
critical. Through the EDI 832 you will be able to augment your catalog
information with content from your vendors. If you are integrating
your EDI to your in-house systems, make sure the EDI 832 is a part
of that integration effort. A fully integrated EDI 832 will allow you
to seamlessly maintain an updated catalog of information from your
suppliers. |
