EDI for the Automotive Industry

The automotive industry has relied on the use of EDI for over 40 years now. The seamless electronic exchange of documents between car manufacturers and their supply chain is responsible for the apparent ease with which automotive production lines operate today.

EDI supports these processes by providing a fast and efficient method of transferring critical documents. The ability to see the real inventory levels and to be notified when a delivery is approaching its due date are key features of Just-in-Time (JIT) and Lean Manufacturing processes, making them efficient allies in business operations.

For the global automotive industry to function properly, it is essential for car manufacturers to keep their suppliers informed in real-time, regardless of the country of origin. Many automobile manufacturers have established themselves in Eastern Europe, Brazil, and China, for example. Therefore, flawless electronic exchange is essential. Low-cost or emerging markets may have limited ICT capabilities, which is why it’s important for automobile manufacturers to provide affordable EDI tools that allow even small suppliers to participate in the electronic data exchange process.

Considering that the automotive industry is ubiquitous worldwide, there are currently various standards for the documents involved, as well as various regional EDI networks.

Did you know that Ford has chosen to work with our solution?

We facilitate the EDI document exchange between manufacturers of automotive components, parts, and accessories.