Global EDI Services offers professional EDI needs analysis and assessments to identify gaps, risks, and opportunities in your supply chain integration. Our experts provide a roadmap for success so your business can implement, upgrade, or optimize EDI with confidence.
Understanding EDI Needs Analysis
An EDI needs analysis is a structured evaluation of your existing systems, trading partners, and compliance requirements. It ensures you select the right technology, avoid costly mistakes, and align your EDI strategy with business goals.
Why Businesses Need EDI Needs Analysis
Before investing in new EDI systems or integrations, companies must understand their current capabilities and challenges. Our consulting team conducts a detailed assessment to help you make informed decisions.
- Identify system gaps and integration challenges
- Ensure compliance with trading partner requirements
- Reduce risks of failed implementations or costly rework
- Optimize workflows for ERP, WMS, and business systems
- Build a roadmap for scalable EDI adoption
What’s Included in Our EDI Needs Analysis
System & Workflow Assessment
Review current ERP, WMS, and translator setups for integration readiness.
Trading Partner Compliance Review
Evaluate partner-specific requirements and compliance risks.
Strategic Roadmap
Deliver a prioritized plan with timelines, risks, and success metrics.
Our EDI Analysis Process
- Discovery Call – Understand your business goals and pain points
- Assessment – Review existing systems, workflows, and partner specs
- Gap Analysis – Identify risks, inefficiencies, and compliance gaps
- Roadmap – Provide a detailed implementation strategy with recommendations
Industry Expertise in EDI Needs Analysis
- Manufacturing – Scheduling, ASN, and supplier compliance assessments
- Retail & CPG – Retailer-specific routing and labeling requirements
- Distribution & 3PL – Warehouse and inventory integration evaluations
Why Choose Global EDI Services for EDI Needs Analysis?
- ✔️ Certified EDI specialists with cross-industry knowledge
- ✔️ Deep expertise in Cleo, SPS, IBM Sterling, TrueCommerce, OpenText
- ✔️ ERP/WMS assessment across SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Dynamics, Infor, Epicor
- ✔️ Detailed gap analysis and compliance validation
- ✔️ Actionable roadmap for implementation or migration
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is included in an EDI needs analysis?
A: A review of systems, workflows, trading partner requirements, and a roadmap for EDI readiness.
Q: Who needs an EDI needs analysis?
A: Any company planning to implement, upgrade, or optimize EDI systems.
Q: How long does an analysis take?
A: Most assessments are completed within 2–4 weeks depending on complexity.
Q: Do you provide implementation after the analysis?
A: Yes — we can move from analysis into consulting, mapping, and managed support.
Get a Professional EDI Needs Analysis
Avoid costly mistakes and gain a clear roadmap for EDI success. Contact Global EDI Services today to schedule your EDI needs analysis with our expert consultants.
Contact Us
For more information on our needs analysis, contact us through our web form or call 305-897-0834.