Top 5 EDI Standards You Need to Know

EDI Standards You Need to Know

EDI standards ensure that business documents are exchanged consistently and accurately. This article outlines the top five EDI standards that every business professional should be familiar with.

1. EDIFACT

EDIFACT (Electronic Data Interchange for Administration, Commerce, and Transport) is an international standard developed by the United Nations.

2. ANSI X12

ANSI X12 is widely used in North America and covers a wide range of industries, including healthcare and transportation.

3. TRADACOMS

TRADACOMS is a standard used primarily in the UK retail sector, developed by the UK's Article Number Association.

4. VDA

VDA is a standard used in the German automotive industry for the exchange of data between manufacturers and suppliers.

5. HL7

HL7 is a set of international standards for the exchange of information in the healthcare industry.