Industrial manufacturing
Integration for complex industrial supply chains
Industrial manufacturers sell through distributors and directly to OEMs, while sourcing from global suppliers. ECOM connects those relationships to your ERP, from quotes and orders to schedules, shipments and invoices.
At a glance
- Distributor integration
- OEM schedules
- Quotes
- Supplier connectivity
- ERP integration
What is industrial manufacturing EDI?
Industrial manufacturing EDI covers transactions with distributors, OEM customers and suppliers of industrial equipment, components and materials. Beyond orders, ship notices and invoices, it can include price catalogs for distributors, planning schedules for OEM programs, and quote requests and responses for configured or engineered products.
Challenges
Integration challenges in industrial manufacturing
Distributor channel data
Distributors need accurate catalogs, prices and availability.
Long and variable lead times
Order changes and schedule updates must reach planning quickly.
Global supplier base
Suppliers use X12, EDIFACT, portals and email.
How we help
How ECOM supports industrial manufacturing companies
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Distributor integration
Orders, acknowledgments, ship notices, invoices and 832 catalogs.
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OEM schedules
Planning and shipping schedules integrated with ERP.
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Quotes
Exchange 840 requests for quotation and 843 responses where partners use them.
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Supplier connectivity
X12, EDIFACT, portal and document-based suppliers in one flow.
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ERP integration
Connect Epicor, Infor, QAD, SAP, SAP Business One, Oracle, Sage and other manufacturing ERPs.
Documents and standards
Common transactions
Common X12 documents in industrial manufacturing.
| Code | Document | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| 840 | Request for Quotation | The customer requests a quote. |
| 843 | Response to Request for Quotation | The supplier returns a quote. |
| 850 | Purchase Order | Orders equipment or parts. |
| 855 | Purchase Order Acknowledgment | Confirms the order. |
| 830 | Planning Schedule | Shares forecasts for programs. |
| 856 | Advance Ship Notice | Describes shipments. |
| 810 | Invoice | Bills for goods. |
Scenarios
Typical integration scenarios
Manufacturers selling through distributors
Keep distributor catalogs and orders in sync.
Component suppliers to OEMs
Integrate OEM schedules and shipping requirements.
Trading partners
Industrial Manufacturing partners we connect with
Examples of manufacturing trading partners ECOM can connect your business with.
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Frequently asked questions
How is industrial manufacturing EDI different from automotive EDI?
Both use schedules and ship notices, but automotive requirements are typically stricter and more standardized, while industrial manufacturers often deal with more distributor and catalog data.
Can you integrate with Epicor or Infor?
Yes. ECOM integrates with ERPs common in industrial manufacturing, including Epicor and Infor, using APIs, files or connectors.
Do you support quote documents?
Yes, where partners exchange 840 and 843 documents, they can be integrated with your ERP or quoting system.
Talk to an integration expert
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