The Benefits of EDI

How EDI works - and why Atlas believes it’s a great idea!

Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is the generic name for the process that enables one computer to transfer files of many different kinds to another computer anywhere in the world – and for the receiving computer to be able to understand what the file is and translate it into a format that you can use.

Meanwhile the business benefits of electronic trading and secure data transmission are now widely understood. Using this technology can dramatically streamline your most fundamental business processes and gain real competitive advantage when trading with business partners anywhere in the world.

It’s fast.
Data can be transferred in minutes rather than days by eliminating the delays associated with postal systems and the processing of paperwork.

It’s accurate and reliable
By removing the need for human intervention - and potential errors! - data is processed seamlessly and accurately.

It saves money.
Electronic systems strip out staff and labour costs at a stroke.

It improves productivity.
Employees previously engaged in time-consuming and demotivating manual
tasks can be redeployed into front line sales and customer service roles.

It promotes business efficiency and sustainability.
Cash flow is improved and delivery lead times are reduced, while management information and audit trails promote transparency and informed decision making, while the use of resources such as paper, printing inks and other consumables are greatly reduced.

If you need more information on the advantages of EDI, secure data transmission or online business transactions, call the Atlas Customer Support Team on 01942 252002