Real-Time Inventory Visibility: Where EDI Still Matters and Where APIs Add More Value Inventory visibility has become one of the most important requirements in modern retail. Retailers, suppliers, warehouses, and logistics partners all need faster access to accurate inventory data in order to support replenishment, fulfillment, allocation, and customer expectations. This often leads to a … Read More →
Retail EDI’s Next Front Door: What GS1’s New 2D Barcode Guidance Means Retail data exchange is no longer just about what happens between back-end systems. It increasingly starts at the shelf, the pack, and the scanner. In September 2025, GS1 released its 2D Barcode Playbook for Retail Scanners, a practical guide focused on preparing scanners … Read More →
What Is an EDI Warehouse Shipping Order (940)? A Key to Efficient Supply Chain Execution To keep warehouse operations running smoothly, businesses rely on electronic documents to transmit detailed instructions without delays or misunderstandings. One essential transaction in this process is the EDI 940 Warehouse Shipping Order. The EDI 940 is an electronic document … Read More →
EAN.UCC codes (GTINs (Global Trade Item Numbers)) EAN.UCC codes, now known as GTINs (Global Trade Item Numbers), are part of the GS1 system, which provides a standardized method for identifying products and services across the globe. This system was once known as the EAN (European Article Number) and UCC (Uniform Code Council) system before being … Read More →