EDI Translation Software Selection Criteria EDI data translation software is designed to facilitate the exchange of business documents between different organizations in a standardized electronic format. When evaluating EDI translation software, consider the following criteria. Basic Translation Capability VICS EDI transaction sets supported Support multiple versions of the standard Mapping facilities that minimize program development … Read More →
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 →