Electronic Resource
Bradford
:
Emerald
Logistics information management
7 (1994), S. 35-40
ISSN:
0957-6053
Source:
Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
Topics:
Economics
Notes:
The need to hasten the exchange of business information over the yearshas resulted in ever-changing business practices culminating in theadvent of electronic data interchange (EDI). Looks at the progress ofEDI, the evolution of the syntax used for EDI messages and the servicesavailable for the electronic transmission of EDI data. As EDI softwarehas become more sophisticated so have its applications and these trendsare illustrated by a series of case studies involving largemultinationals with dedicated IT departments as well as smallorganizations, often with no computer knowledge at all. The automotiveindustry is one sector which is earnestly implementing EDI to maximizeits full potential. There is an increasing trend towards the formationof EDI communities to keep costs down and for the mutual benefit ofcommunity members. Opportunities available to future generations of EDIusers include continuous dialogue simulating conversation betweencomputers.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/09576059410066417
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