Fully digital, secure, and according to international standards.
In a digital economy where speed, accuracy, and compliance are central, an efficient exchange of business documents is crucial. With an Odoo EDI integration, you automate the exchange of orders, invoices, credit notes, and other business documents. Fully digital, secure, and according to international standards such as EDIFACT, UBL, and ANSI X12.
What is EDI (Electronic Data Interchange)?
EDI, or Electronic Data Interchange, is the standardized electronic exchange of business documents between systems of different organizations. Think of:
- Purchase orders
- Sales invoices
- Credit notes
- Supplier invoices
- Order confirmations
- Article Information
- Inventory Report
Instead of sending documents via email, PDF, or mail and processing them manually, they are sent directly from one ERP system to another via EDI in an agreed standard format. This allows the receiving system to automatically and correctly interpret the information.
The result? No more manual input, fewer errors, and a significantly faster processing of transactions.
Why choose Odoo EDI integration?
Odoo is a powerful all-in-one ERP system that helps companies automate processes and better manage data. With Odoo's EDI module, it becomes possible to manage EDI message traffic directly from the ERP system.
An Odoo EDI integration ensures that:
✔ Orders are automatically created upon arrival.
✔ Invoices are sent electronically and directly.
✔ Supplier invoices are automatically read in.
✔ Credit notes and returns are processed digitally.
✔ Workflow controls are executed automatically.
You simply continue working in your own Odoo environment, while the EDI connection manages communication with trading partners in the background.
EDI: collaborating from your own ERP system
A major advantage of EDI is that you do not have to use the same ERP system as your trading partner. As long as both systems are connected to the same EDI platform, they can communicate seamlessly.
A reseller can, for example, place an order from their own system. In your Odoo environment, it is automatically:
- A sales order created
- An order confirmation sent
- An invoice generated
- Fully automated and without manual intervention.
- Odoo EDI without a complex pricing model
Kilurion offers a powerful and secure EDI connection without complicated pricing structures. Our platform supports various EDI formats in addition to CSV, XML, and fixed-length files. This means you are not limited to one standard, but can be flexibly deployed with all your trading partners.
The benefits of Odoo EDI for your organization
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Efficiency and cost savings
EDI fully automates administrative processes. Orders, invoices, and confirmations are processed automatically without manual input. This saves time, reduces labor costs, and decreases paper usage.
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Fewer mistakes
Manual data entry is a significant source of errors. With EDI, data is exchanged automatically and according to standardized formats, drastically reducing errors.
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Faster transactions
Orders are processed immediately, invoices are sent out faster, and payments are received more quickly. This improves cash flow and shortens turnaround times.
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Transparency in the chain
Supplier and customer always have access to the same, up-to-date information. This strengthens collaboration and prevents misunderstandings.
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Compliance and legislation
More and more countries are mandating electronic invoicing for tax control and administrative simplification. With an Odoo EDI integration, you are prepared for current and future regulations.
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Scalability
Is your organization growing? With EDI, you can easily process larger order volumes without extra administrative pressure.
Smart controls and customization with Kilurion
An EDI connection is more than just sending messages. At Kilurion, we can provide custom solutions, incorporating intelligent controls to optimize your processes. Think of:
- Automatic credit limit checks
- Inventory checks before order confirmation
- Workflow pauses for deviations
- Automatic validation of product information
This prevents orders from being processed when products are unavailable or when a customer exceeds their credit limit. This makes your Odoo EDI integration not only efficient but also strategically smart.
Frequently Asked Questions about an Odoo EDI Integration
If your question is not listed, feel free to contact us.
In some countries and sectors, electronic invoicing is mandatory, particularly for transactions with governments. In B2B environments, EDI is also increasingly required by large trading partners.
Odoo supports standard e-invoicing via the Peppol network, with Odoo itself acting as an access point and SMP for Peppol messages such as BIS Billing 3.0, XRechnung CIUS, and NLCIUS. This means that you can send and receive electronic invoices directly without using external services.
Additionally, there are third-party solutions and integrations available that connect Odoo with other EDI platforms such as NLD-RX, Transus, XEDI, SPS Commerce, easyEDI, or integration via middleware platforms like Seeburger BIS for EDIFACT and other standards. These connections are often realized through additional modules or middleware services.
Yes. EDI works independently of the system. As long as both parties are connected to the same EDI platform or network (such as Peppol), systems can communicate seamlessly.
Faster order processing, fewer errors, lower administrative costs, better cash flow, and stronger collaboration with trading partners.
The lead time depends on the complexity and the number of integrations. In many cases, a basic implementation can be operational within a few weeks, including configuration and testing.
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