EDI Ship Notice/Manifest Transaction Set (856)
EDI 856 provides order and shipment information in one electronic transaction sent from the supplier to the receiver. The key to the success of the Ship Notice/Manifest is the advanced receipt of the notice, and the accuracy of the information being sent. Information such as Bill of Lading, carton identification, carton contents, and carrier identification, helps to speed the flow of merchandise through the pipeline. This information is used for receiving and inventory control purposes.
The Benefits Of Implementing EDI 856 Ship Notice
- Eliminates the need for paper based communications
- Ensures accuracy between product shipped and product received
- Reduces off-loading time at receiving dock
- Reduces check-in time from receipt to selling floor
- Facilitates the cross docking process
- Allows for advance order allocation
- Facilitates mechanized receiving
- Allows for integration of data to multiple systems without multiple data entry
- Allows for resource scheduling by the receiver, and
- Smooths the payment process by facilitating accurate matching.
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