1 EDI University

Stage 1 is a basic level course designed for beginners and those seeking a basic understanding of EDI. We will provide an overview of EDI terminology, technology, protocols and standards that provide insight into the core task of preparing and running an EDI system.

Course Layout

• Why do EDI?
• EDI origin and history
• Difference between X12, EDIFACT and XML
• EDI business and technical procedures
• Basic components and technology needed to perform EDI
• Communications software, VAN’s and interconnects
• Understanding standards manuals
• Understanding EDI trading partner implementation guides
• How EDI transactions are transmitted, received, translated/processed and tracked between trading partners
• How to set up a trading partner
• What is EDI data mapping? Why do it?
• Application data vs. EDI data
• Common application data types
• Understanding data processing flows
• Business logic in maps
• Simple data conversions
• Common mapping hurdles
• Extracting and re-processing data
• Reporting tools (i.e. FA report)
• Logs and error reports
• Troubleshooting

In Stage 2 we go into further detail with data mapping practices. You’ll learn about different file types and application data formats. Gain first-hand knowledge of setting up logic, using variables and cross-references, and more.

Course Layout

• File definitions
• Application data types (fixed length, delimited, named records, etc.)
• Data conversion and cross references
• Variables
• Conditional/logical expressions
• Counters and calculations
• Multiple output destinations (reports, email notifications, etc.)
• Troubleshooting and debugging techniques
• Creation of multiple processes and jobs

With Stage 3, achieve a whole new level of complex and intensive mapping through integration approaches with our advanced offering. Learn looping, nesting, direct database injection and other advanced operations.

Course Layout

• Complex mapping (856)
• Understanding looping structures
• Nesting and re-using maps
• Mapping direct to databases (ODBC)
• Different types of integration
• Advanced mapping operators
• Reporting tools
• Troubleshooting
• Error handling
• Email notification