How the EDI 214 Shipment Status Transaction Streamlines Freight Visibility In logistics, visibility is everything. Retailers, carriers, and 3PLs depend on accurate, timely updates to track shipments and optimize operations. One of the most powerful tools enabling this transparency is the EDI 214 Shipment Status Message. The EDI 214 is a shipment status transaction set … Read More →
EDI Vendor Compliance Major retailers expect EDI compliance from their trading partners. They require the exchange of EDI transactions such as Purchase Order, Invoice, Advance Ship Notice etc. Furthermore, this will be a major requirement when starting business relationships with big retailers. Timeliness and accuracy requirements apply to dropshipping operations. A trading partner will need … Read More →
Understanding EDI 210: Motor Carrier Freight Details and Invoice The EDI 210 is an electronic version of a freight invoice. It is sent by a motor carrier (trucking company) to a shipper, consignee, or third-party billing service, providing detailed information about the shipment and the charges incurred. It replaces traditional paper invoices, offering … Read More →
How EDI Powers Efficiency in Logistics Operations (with Code Examples) In the logistics industry, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is a foundational technology that enables fast, standardized communication between systems. While modern APIs are increasingly popular, EDI remains deeply entrenched and widely used—especially among enterprise players—due to its robustness, scalability, and industry standardization. Let’s break down … Read More →