EDI Communication (XML/EDI)

Ariba Issues New Collaborative Platform; Teams With Microsoft

April 25, 2012

Ariba Inc. has developed an updated version of its collaborative commerce platform. The new Ariba Network will include a "consumer-like" buying interface which gives requisitioners real-time access to the data needed to making buying decisions, the vendor said.

Software AG Acquires Universal Messaging Provider my-Channels

April 25, 2012

Software AG

Software AG has acquired my-Channels, a London, England-based provider of low-latency messaging software. The deal will enable customers of Software AG to integrate their software applications and mobile devices through a single messaging layer.

LeanLogistics Expands Into France With New Office in Paris

April 25, 2012

LeanLogistics

LeanLogistics, a vendor of transportation management system (TMS) software and related services, has expanded into France with an office in Paris.

A New Warehouse Management System

April 24, 2012

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Aiming to specialize in the outdoor sports industry, ITS Logistics finds it essential to swap out its WMS, while simultaneously retooling key processes at two Nevada distribution centers.

AFS Technologies Debuts 2012 Version of Priya Standard WMS App

April 18, 2012

AFS Technologies Inc.

AFS Technologies Inc. has released Priya Standard 2012, the company's warehouse management system (WMS) software.

Arena Solutions Teams With ERP Logic on PLM for SAP Customers

April 17, 2012

Arena Solutions

Arena Solutions has joined with ERP Logic to provide a product lifecycle management (PLM) tool for users of SAP AG's Business ByDesign application.

The Challenge of Lean Collaboration for OEMs, Contract Manufacturers

April 16, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

A conversation with Jay Hollenbeck, director of business solutions with Flextronics.

HighJump Software Offers EDI Support for Users of Sage ERP

April 16, 2012

HighJump Software Inc.

The TrueCommerce EDI [Electronic Data Interchange] Solutions Group of HighJump Software Inc. has developed an enhanced version of its EDI-based tool for users of the Sage 100 enterprise resource planning (ERP) application.

Livingston International Wraps Up Acquisition of JPMorgan Chase Bank's Global Trade Unit

April 16, 2012

Livingston International

Livingston International has completed the acquisition of the customs and trade-compliance services of the Global Trade business of JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.

One Network Enterprises Expands Market Presence into Africa

April 12, 2012

One Network Enterprises

One Network Enterprises, a U.S.-based provider of technology to enable supply-chain collaboration, has expanded its market presence into Africa.

EDI Communication (XML/EDI)

The latest news, analysis, trends and solutions regarding electronic data interchange (EDI) and extensible markup language (XML) and their impact on supply chain management. New developments in EDI and XML communication - both formats for exchanging business data - are transforming the way companies operate and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are using EDI and XML communication for supply chain optimization.