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Electronic Data Interchange or EDI, is a type of paid commercial software that allows computer-to-computer exchange of business information using a standardized format (ANSI X12).
The EDI functions can be a stand-alone software or an internal piece of a larger operations management software package such as SAP, ERP, etc.
EDI-type software is offered by multiple commercial sources. In addition to commercial off-the-shelf packages, there are also Value Added Networks (VANs) and third parties who can assist you. These services use various software packages, so you must work directly with them to coordinate file submission.