For the vast majority of companies, software is an immeasurable asset with no rival. The digital age has made more things possible but with fewer people so even small companies can go toe-to-toe with larger competitors. It’s incredible to stop and consider what’s possible now compared to just a few decades ago.

That being said, software is not without its shortcomings. Many companies can vouch for the fact that they are actually spending a good deal of money on software they never use or that actually works against them. Trying to use too much software at the same time is how companies cripple themselves, doing their competitors a solid favor.

This is where electronic data interchange makes all the difference. You can use this software to make sure that your other digital platforms essentially talk to one another. Doing so will ensure that there is no gap or needless overlap where your various software titles are concerned. As long as your program operates within EDI compliance, you’ll find that you really can’t have too many programs at your disposal (though you’ll probably need a lot less).

At the end of the day, your company should definitely make use of all the tech that’s available to them, jut use EDI to make sure you’re never doing yourself a disservice.