Commercial translation packages for converting EDI data The majority of companies using VICS EDI purchase or lease commercial translation packages. Commercial translation packages are available for a variety of computer configurations, from mainframe to PC. Implementation objectives, timing, and cost play an important role in determining how translation facilities are provided. The UCC maintains a directory of VICS EDI translation … Read More →
EDI Translation Software: VICS Criteria VICS EDI requires the use of software to translate the sender’s internal data into the VICS EDI format. Additionally, this software performs editing and control functions. The role of translation software is summarized as follows: For Outgoing Data Converts proprietary data to the VICS EDI format Generates required control segments and transmission … Read More →
VICS EDI Connection: Internet Forms-Based Method Typically, “hub” companies initiate forms-based EDI to facilitate EDI with smaller trading partners. As shown in Case 5, forms-based EDI applications are either hosted by a third-party service provider or offered by a trading partner via an extranet. The following example illustrates a basic transaction cycle using Internet forms-based EDI: The … Read More →
VICS EDI Communication Methods: Internet Connection and VANs Internet tools may be used by companies to facilitate EDI. Exchanging business information via the Internet is currently most commonly accomplished through the use of forms-based EDI or email attachments. Email Attachment Method The Internet can be used to transmit standard EDI transactions as email message attachments. Unlike forms-based EDI, … Read More →