The electronic communication of business transactions between organizations. XML complements EDI because it can be used to exchange e-commerce information.
The interchange of trading information through the use of an electronic messaging system. A form of paperless trading that is rapidly expanding through organizations such as Geis.
A series of standards which provides computer to computer data exchange over phone lines between differing computer types.
A pre-Internet system for exchanging data between organizations. EDI requires that organizations standardize terms and invest heavily in computers and the maintenance of the EDI software. Although some companies use EDI systems and will only phase them out slowly, EDI is being replaced by less expensive Internet systems and protocols like XML.
The exchange of information through the use of an electronic (and usually secure) messaging system.
Electric data interchange. The electronic exchange of data between customers and suppliers and vice versa.
Electronic Data Catalogue: a common and useful definition for EDI is “the transfer of structured data, by agreed message standards, from one computer application to another by electronic means and with a minimum of human intervention”.
A direct computer-to-computer file exchange. EDI messages usually travel over private networks using dedicated phone lines, but they can also be transmitted via the Internet on virtual private networks. With PDA prescribing systems, EDI transmission is faster than electronic faxing and more secure than e-mail. However, many pharmacies don't accept electronic prescriptions, and EDI transmission to pharmacies is illegal in some states.
( lectronic ata nterchange) the standard business language for electronic communication; typically replaces paper transactions
the computerized exchange of digital information and specifications during manufacturing or distribution
Eletronic Data Interchange
lectronic ata nterchange. A method of doing business where companies send Purchase orders, Invoices, etc. across the internet to their Trading Partner (customer).
A standard form of electronic communication used mainly for electronic commerce and document interchange
This is the business to business (b2b) flow of information between companies or within a company itself. The 90's saw the concept of information equaling power. Whatever creates power also generates money and therefore creates new enterprises to supply this information.
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Electronic Document Interchange. The use of telecommunications to transmit documents electronically.
A technological platform run by trading partners for the exchange of business documents such as order and invoices between computers.
Electronic Data Transfer. Electronically sending and or receiving information from someone through a proprietary network over phone lines. Used to provide releases of parts and check where parts are in the process.
The transmitting of documents from one computer application to another computer application using a standardized format.
The process of sending and retrieving information electronically, i.e. bills of lading, freight bills, etc.
Acronym for lectronic ata nterchange. A set of standards for controlling the transfer of business documents, such as purchase orders and invoices, between computers.
The paperless exchange of standard business transactions or information by electronic computer-to-computer transfer, generally requiring little or no human intervention.
The processing of business transactions via computer, thus speeding up processing time, reducing costs and eliminating paperwork.
Also referred to as electronic commerce or e-commerce.
one element of e-commerce. The conversion of a trading document into a format that is understandable by a receiving computer. EDI requires that the computer system itself can easily generate and process messages.
exchange between businesses of computer-readable data in a standard format.
Electronic Document Interchange. The electronic communication of business transactions, such as orders, confirmations and invoices
Electronic, standardised and safe company document exchange system (order forms, invoices, etc.).
The electronic exchange of business documents (for example, purchase orders, invoices, and bills of lading) directly between applications executing on companies' computer systems via standardised forms. A precursor of today's e-business systems.
Is a method of trading, frequently imposed by larger trading partners, in which traditional trading documents such as orders, invoices, delivery schedules, etc., are exchanged by electronic means using a common format from one computer system to another, rather than in paper form.
electronic document interchange. Electronic document interchange is a standard for the transfer of documents between systems. The form and format of EDI-compliant documents may be defined by vendor specifications or by a variety of standards boards.
The abbreviation for lectronic ata nterchange or Electronic Data Invoicing. The EDI system allows linked computers to conduct business transactions such as ordering and invoicing over telecommunications networks.
Electronic data interchange
A network ink that allows companies to make payments electronically.
is a standard format for exchanging business data.
This is a set of computer interchange standards for business documents such as invoices, bills, and purchase orders.
The business-to-business interconnection of computers for the rapid exchange of a wide variety of documents, from bills of lading to build tickets at auto plants.
The computer-to-computer transmission of business data in a standard format, which replaces a traditional paper business document.
A direct exchange of data between two computers via the Internet or other network, using shared data formats and standards.
Electonic Data Interchange.
Abbreviation for "Electronic Data Interface." Generic term for transmission of transactional data between computer systems. EDI is typically via a batched transmission, usually conforming to consistent standards.
Transmission of information between computers using highly standardized electronic versions of common business documents.
Standard format for exchanging business data. An EDI message contains a string of data elements, each of which represents a singular fact, such as a price, product model number, and so forth, separated by delimiters. The entire string is called a data segment. One or more data segments framed by a header and trailer form a transaction set, which is the EDI unit of transmission (equivalent to a message). A transaction set often consists of what would usually be contained in a typical business document or form. The parties who exchange EDI transmissions are referred to as trading partners. EDI messages can be encrypted. There are two EDI standards: the first one is ANSI X12 and it was developed by the Data Interchange Standards Association in the United States. The second one is EDIFACT, which is more international.
Agreement on the electronic transmission of business procedures.
From Glossary of "Weaving the Web" ( 1999-07-23) A pre-Web standard for the electronic exchange of commercial documents.
The electronic exchange of core business documents in accordance with published standards.
The asynchronous exchange from computer to computer of intercompany business documents (such as purchase orders, bills of lading, and invoices) and information. EDI can be accomplished through OSI standards or through proprietary products.
The communication of orders, invoices, and similar transactions electronically between organizations. ... more