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Understanding EDI Integration With An Example You’re a distributor working with a manufacturer. You’ve placed an order for 1,000 units. In the old days, you’d exchange purchase orders, invoices, and shipping details manually. Tedious, right? This is where EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) swoops in to save the day. It streamlines the process by automatically exchanging these documents between your ERP systems. The Scenario: 👉Distributor (You): Using ERP System A. 👉Manufacturer (Your Partner): Using ERP System B. You place an order through your ERP, and instead of sending a manual email or PDF, EDI does the job for you: 👉 Your ERP System A generates a purchase order. 👉EDI transmission converts that into a standard EDI document (e.g., an EDI 850). 👉 This document is sent automatically to the manufacturer’s ERP System B. 👉The manufacturer’s ERP receives the purchase order without any manual input and converts it back to a readable format. It doesn’t stop there. Your partner might send back an acknowledgment (EDI 855), and later, an invoice (EDI 810). Each step happens seamlessly, keeping both parties in sync and minimizing human error. Why it matters: 📌 Speed: No more waiting on emails or faxes—everything happens in real-time. 📌Accuracy: Fewer manual steps mean fewer mistakes. 📌Efficiency: Your team can focus on what matters, while EDI handles the data exchange. To know more about ERPs and Integrations, stay tuned! #EDIIntegration #ERPIntegration #SystemIntegration

Running a family business is never easy, and Paul Kundinger, president at Kundinger, Inc. opened up about some of the biggest challenges he's faced, especially balancing family dynamics with keeping the company profitable. He talked about how they’ve spent the last decade building a business that can weather any storm—whether it's an economic downturn or the pandemic—and how they're staying strong. One big takeaway: transparency and keeping the focus on what’s best for the company is key, especially when family’s involved. Catch the full episode—link in the comments! #FamilyBusiness #Distribution #BusinessGrowth

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Struggling to keep those sales numbers up lately? It happens. But here’s the thing – distributors can do a lot more than just wait for the market to turn. Here are 7 solid tips that will help boost your sales and keep things moving. From syncing all your business systems to building those strong customer connections – this is what you need to stay ahead. #QuickTips #Distributors #B2B

When siloed systems give you a headache, integration is the cure! #datasilos #LegacySystem

In one of the episodes of the Driven by DCKAP podcast, we discuss how integrating CRM and ERP systems is a game-changer for your business. 💡 ✅ See how connecting your CRM (like HubSpot or Salesforce) with your ERP system gives you a 360-degree view of your customer interactions and backend operations. ✅ Learn how integration reduces errors and saves time by automating data flow between systems. ✅ Find out how sales teams can make smarter decisions with instant access to critical information right at their fingertips, whether they’re at their desk or on the go. Whether you’re in sales, operations, or management, this video is packed with insights on how integrated systems can drive your business forward. 📈 Full video here 👉 : https://lnkd.in/dYVtTfBD

In the first scenario, you’ve got a web of connections between your systems—everything’s crisscrossing, and it’s a maze of complicated lines. This represents a typical business setup without integration. Sure, everything is technically connected, but it's a mess. Critical data gets scattered across systems, processes are slower, and it’s hard to keep track of what’s going where. The more your business grows, the more tangled things get. Now, look at the second image. Here, everything is neatly connected through a central integration tool. One system is seamlessly linked to all others, creating a clear, efficient flow of data and processes. This is what happens when you integrate your systems—everything becomes streamlined, organized, and easy to manage. Why is integration the smarter choice? Here are a few reasons: 🎯 Simplicity: Instead of multiple connections between systems, you only need one central integration point. This reduces complexity and makes your operations easier to handle. 🎯 Better data flow: With integration, information flows smoothly across all your business systems. No more worrying about data getting lost in translation or missing out on critical insights. 🎯 Improved efficiency: When everything is integrated, you save time and effort. Processes that once took forever are now automated and faster, allowing you to focus on growth instead of troubleshooting. 🎯 Scalability: As your business grows, so does the complexity of your systems. A centralized integration system easily scales with your business without creating additional chaos. 🎯 Enhanced decision-making: Integrated systems mean you get a full, accurate view of your business in one place. This helps you make smarter, faster decisions based on real-time data. At the end of the day, integration transforms your business from a chaotic web of connections into a streamlined machine. It’s not just about making things work—it’s about making things work better. So, what would you prefer? A tangled mess or a smooth, seamless system? #Integration #BusinessSystemIntegration

The DCKAP Round-Up 2024 is over, but the memories are just getting started! 🎉 Here’s a glimpse of that unforgettable night—where we made connections, sparked new ideas, and had an amazing time together. #RoundUp2024 #DCKAPRoundUp #Memories

Here’s a quick look at the latest episode of the Driven by DCKAP podcast with Jim Hansen, Chief Product Officer at Advantive! Jim talks about the art of product management and drops some serious wisdom: the key isn't doing everything; it's figuring out what not to do. With so many customer requests and tasks, it’s all about choosing what’s most important. He also stresses the importance of intellectual honesty and how that mindset leads to building the right products that truly drive value—not just for the company, but for the customers who keep it all going. Sounds interesting? Catch the full episode linked in the comments! #DrivenByDCKAP #ProductManagement #ProductDevelopment #BusinessGrowth

Nothing kills a sale faster than the words “Out of Stock.” Whether you're selling 10 or 10,000 products, managing inventory can make or break your business. That’s why ecommerce inventory management isn't just another task on your list; it’s the backbone of your entire business. So, if you’re not already obsessed with perfecting it, it’s time to start! Here are a few more reasons why you should get started with ecommerce inventory management. #eCommerce #InventoryManagement #Integration