smartextract as an Alternative to EDI
For a long time, EDI was the standard for digital data exchange between ERP systems. This allows, for example, orders and invoices to be sent digitally between different companies – without PDFs or emails.
The Limitations of EDI (Electronic Data Interchange)
For decades, companies have used EDI to replace paper-based processes with digital data transfers. But EDI integrations are expensive, time-consuming, and require cooperation between customers and suppliers. This presents a challenge, especially for small and medium-sized businesses.
High implementation costs
Only works if both parties are EDI-capable
Fragmented process landscapes
High maintenance effort
Why smartextract is the Better Alternative
Just like EDI, smartextract connects your ERP system with your business partners. All order or invoice data you receive via documents or free-text emails is automatically transferred to the appropriate fields in your ERP system – just like EDI, but without the downsides.
No complex setup required
Works without expensive interface development or extensive implementation projects.
Independence from partners
Even if your partners don’t use EDI, their data can still be processed without issue.
Format flexibility
smartextract processes both structured and unstructured data from PDFs, emails, and free text.
Lower costs
No major investments in EDI infrastructure or adjustments when switching partners.
Faster scalability
Scales with growing data volumes – no additional EDI integrations needed.
Reduced maintenance
Format or workflow changes are easy to manage – no constant updates to EDI standards required.
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