Electronic Data Interchange is the key to modern supply chains, saves time and money and makes quick adjustments possible. But it’s not just about using EDI, it’s about choosing the right system to suit your specific needs. So the question is: which EDI system is right for your company?
There are various EDI systems depending on requirements:
1. On-premise / own converter
A converter usually requires on-premise installation and support from your company’s IT colleagues. The advantage is direct control – what you have, you have! But it is particularly challenging and costly to maintain a team of specialists and to find competent successors or substitutes. With new partners come new requirements, which often lead to additional licensing and maintenance costs.
2. Fully managed EDI Service
The most flexible and adaptable solution. You do not have to worry about anything and can fully focus on your core business. EDI Service is ideal for companies seeking a hassle-free, automated, and future-proof solution. Experienced service providers assist you with the integration of suppliers and customers. They handle both the technical connection as well as the data translation and conversion.
At reliable providers, service operations and error monitoring are guaranteed 24/7, with continuous system supervision. Professional EDI services typically offer SLAs (Service Level Agreements) with near 100% availability. Even with outsourcing, you should always have full visibility into the entire project progress, including the status of partner integrations. Satisfied business partners through fast, efficient connections and clear processes!
| Aspect | On-Premise | Fully Managed EDI |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | Higher initial investment for hardware and software. Recurring costs for maintenance and upgrades. | Lower one-off costs. Predictable running costs based on the scope of services used. |
| Maintenance | Own company is responsible for maintenance, updates and upgrades. | Maintenance, updates and security patches are carried out by the service provider. |
| Scalability | Can be extended by additional hardware or software upgrades, but often requires considerable work. | Easy to scale, the service provider takes care of the necessary resources. |
| Security | The company is responsible for securing its systems and data. | Service provider is responsible for security. |
| Adaptability | License dependent. | Customized adaptations by flexible service provider. |
| Partner onboarding | Significant time and resources required for setup and testing with new partners. | The service provider takes over the onboarding of new partners and speeds up the process. |
To summarize:
- On-Premise: Provides control but comes with complexity. Suitable for companies with IT expertise and the necessary resources for project implementation, maintenance, and customization.
- Fully Managed EDI Service: Ideal for companies seeking a hassle-free, scalable, automated, and future-proof solution, where you don’t have to worry about anything.
EDI Service from Avenum and Avedium
One connection – all possibilities!
We are fully specialized in EDI Service, take many worries off your hands and can even take over the entire EDI operation for you. We provide a 24/7 EDI Service service and ensure smooth processes. So you can simply be sure that everything is working as it should.
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