Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is a standardized electronic communication method used by businesses to exchange structured data with trading partners in a machine-readable format. EDI facilitates the automated exchange of documents such as purchase orders, invoices, and shipping notices between disparate computer systems, optimizing supply chain management and enhancing business efficiency. Implementing EDI offers many benefits including improved efficiency, cost savings, enhanced accuracy, faster response times, inventory optimization, enhanced supply chain visibility, improved supplier relationships, streamlined compliance, reduced environmental impact, and a competitive advantage. Standardized EDI transactions such as purchase orders, invoices, advance shipping notices, product activity data, and inventory inquiries/advices are used to automate and streamline supply chain activities across industries. CData Arc offers a comprehensive solution for businesses to integrate EDI into their supply chain operations, providing a unified integration platform, visual data mapping, customizable workflows, real-time data synchronization, monitoring and alerts, security and compliance, scalability and flexibility, and empowering businesses to optimize their supply chain processes and drive operational excellence.