electronic data interchange (EDI) faster, better, more costeffective

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1 electronic data interchange (EDI) faster, better, more costeffective business operations

2 Vanboxtel installs EDI technology. electronic data interchange (EDI) faster, better, more costeffective business operations EDI Your business partner has a well-automated system, just like you. So isn t it strange that after an order is placed someone first has to fax, call or to get the same order into your system? with every chance of error and delay! A direct link with the company application of your business partner is the obvious solution. Impossible, you think, because they use different software. Vanboxtel offers the solution with EDI (electronic data interchange). with EDI we can allow automated data interchange between all companies, regardless of the kind of software they use. Cost savings and error reduction up to 100% when you implement EDI, you stand to make enormous savings on administrative costs, as you avoid the double work of manual inputting, as well as the repair costs when errors are made in this process. An error reduction of 100% is theoretically possible. of course, errors at the source are unavoidable, i.e. errors caused by your business partner inputting incorrect information. However, errors resulting from the manual transfer from one system to the other are guaranteed to be a thing of the past with EDI. whether you trade solely within the Netherlands or internationally too, whether you trade with producers, retailers, wholesale traders, customs and/or transporters, whether you use Navision, UNIT4, SAP, EMCS or any other software... Vanboxtel can link them all together with EDI, allowing you to communicate with your clients via your own software and system and to conduct business electronically. Even with the different transporters such as DHl, TNT, DPD, UPS, GlS, etc., meaning you re instantly freed from the clutter of stand-alone systems and label printers. It should also be noted that a proper EDI system is crucial if you want to implement tracking and tracing. Advantages at a glance Cost savings Increase in speed Increased quality Reducing number of stand-alone systems Error reduction up to 100% Basis for tracking and tracing All processes via one system, your company system

3 You place an order in the system. Say goodbye to faxing, calling and ing... Order From paper to electronic interchange In order to link your company software to that of your business partners, we start by determining the specifications and making agreements. we must always determine and come to agreements on which information you would like to exchange with each other and according to which standard that should happen, so that both systems are compatible. Then the messages are compiled in the desired format (e.g. xml, Ascii, CSV...) and the agreed standard (Edifact, x12, odette or another to be mutually agreed). The next step is to choose and configure the technology and the network for transport. we have broad-ranging experience with x.400, FTP, IP mail, AS2 and , i.e. both mailbox and point-to-point systems, via both dedicated networks and secured connections over the internet. Finally the messages, from both the sending and receiving parties, must be translated so that the company applications can understand them and process them. we call this mapping, and it is done with Vanboxtel s standard interface module or Vanboxtel SIM, for short. Due to the smart design of this tool, the translation from one system to another is quite simple. This makes it quick and relatively low-cost to create new interfaces, if an expansion is required for existing or entirely new business partners. If you have the requisite technical knowledge in house, you can even make simple interfaces yourself. EDI from A to Z Vanboxtel takes care of your entire EDI process. As a renowned automator of complex company processes in the field of logistics, we understand what is involved in goods flows. For years we have been helping clients to get on the right track in this area. That knowledge and experience comes in very handy in the general implementation of EDI. Experience in different industries Retailers wholesalers logistics Services Producers Automotive Pharmaceutical Thanks to our experience we have also built up vast knowledge in various different company processes and applications, making us capable of linking almost anything. Thanks in part to our flexibility in how we choose solutions, we can also come upon less obvious combinations of technologies, standards and delivery methods. which means the smartest and most cost-effective solution for you! You can also choose between an EDI solution hosted either in-house or by Vanboxtel (ASP).

4 to process the same order in your system. Your order is carried out instantly and without error. OK Fast implementation and guaranteed continuity with the proprietary SIM tool and the standardised working methods of Vanboxtel, it is possible to implement EDI with great speed. Even after delivery we do everything we can to safeguard the continuity of the service. with 24/7 support, proactive monitoring and authorised employees who can serve any client thanks to our uniform working methods. Why Vanboxtel? The great number of existing client relationships we maintain testifies to the quality of Vanboxtel. our pragmatic approach is what makes the difference. Clear-headed and with an overview of the whole industry, we don t just go for the first standard solution or trend to deal with your issue. we consider first what is relevant and what will actually lead to the best return on your investment. we also anticipate the logistical reality. In short, we see it as a daily challenge to find the most appropriate solution at as low a cost as possible. which means we bring technology to companies, and not the other way around. Testimonials Colfridis Thanks to Vanboxtel, our systems have now been linked with those of all of our clients, wholesalers and even the end customers. The messaging between our clients and their customers concerning the goods also goes via us. It makes sense, because why would clients notify us that the goods have been sent, if we are responsible for that link in the chain? Klarenbeek Transport links are made quickly and accurately. In our line of business that is very important. MOL Logistics The great advantage is that different standards are accounted for, such as Edifact and odette. we d like to tell you more about our EDI services. Interested? Get in contact with us. For more information and case studies, visit

5 improved quality, increased productivity, cost-efficiency... successful business owners are always on the lookout for these things. Automated electronic data interchange (EDI) between your systems and your trading partners allows for faster, more effective and more efficient business operations. This is because you no longer have to rely on faxing, ing and calling to process orders, receipts, order corrections and stock levels, for example. They are sent straight from your company application into the systems of your business partners, without any human intervention required. And vice versa. Quick and without error. Contact information VISITING ADDRESS: KERKSTRAAT BC BoEKEl TElEPHoNE: +31 (0) FAx: +31 (0) INFo@VANBoxTEl.Nl INTERNET: