Supply Chain Glossary

Electronic Data Interchange

Definition
The electronic exchange of standardized business documents—such as purchase orders, shipment notices, and invoices—without paper, streamlining communication between trading partners.


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Explainer: What is EDI?
Electronic data interchange, or EDI, is a core technology used to enable supply chain success. The technology has been so effective that it remains in place today, even though it dates back to the 1960s.
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