What does it mean – Data Element Length? Different EDI standards contain different sets of data elements related to that definite standard. Data elements dictionary provides various information about each data element including its length. Data Element Length is the range, minimum to maximum, of the number of character positions available to represent the value … Read More →
GLNs in Data Synchronisation Exchange of product and, or price information between suppliers and their trading partners (e.g., distributors/wholesalers, hospitals) is called data synchronisation. The information exchanged for data synchronisation is non-transactional and includes the unique product identifier (GTIN) as the record key and additional information such as product descriptions, regulatory information, sizes, and weights. … Read More →
GLNs In eCommerce Transactions GLNs are used in many types of electronic commerce transactions and are most commonly used in conjunction with Global Trade Item Numbers® (GTIN®) and Serial Shipping Container Codes (SSCC) for purchasing, shipping, invoicing and stock status transactions. They provide the globally unique identification needed to securely exchange business information as well … Read More →
Sharing GLN Information And Master Data It is essential to share GLN master data with trading partners prior to commencing business communications. If GLNs have been allocated in a hierarchical structure, this hierarchy should be shared. Communication of GLN information will take the format that is best suited to the trading partners involved, whilst ensuring … Read More →