
Flow Software at the iMedia Summit.
May 28, 2025EDI – End-to-End Business Automation
Manual data entry. Misplaced orders. Frustrated customers.
If your business spends too much time chasing documents and fixing errors, you're losing more than productivity—you're losing momentum. Flow’s EDI streamlines trading partner connections and gives your team real-time operational control, making growth simpler and reducing administrative chaos.
What is EDI?
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is the structured, automated exchange of business documents between different organisations and their software systems. It replaces manual processes by enabling systems to communicate directly—whether it's invoices, purchase orders, shipping notices or inventory updates.
With a reliable internet connection, a capable accounting system, and a robust EDI solution, businesses can rapidly automate their transaction workflows. This is more than document exchange—it's the foundation of scalable, intelligent business automation.
The Benefits of EDI
Implementing EDI transforms how businesses operate by:
- Reducing costs associated with manual data entry and paperwork
- Eliminating human error from re-keyed data and manual processing
- Improving data accuracy, visibility and timeliness
- Accelerating invoicing and improving cash flow
- Lowering administrative overhead and consumable costs
- Strengthening trading partner relationships through reliable, timely interactions
For organisations dealing with high volumes of data or multiple suppliers and customers, EDI is no longer optional—it’s an operational necessity. As many supply-chains require compliance with specific EDI standards, having a flexible and responsive EDI solution positions businesses to grow with minimal friction.
Why Flow?
Flow goes beyond traditional EDI software. Our platform supports integrations across accounting, logistics, and ERP systems—while offering operational dashboards that give real-time visibility into transaction flows. From tracking shipping milestones to diagnosing failures, Flow equips your team with the tools to act faster and smarter.
We’re not just solving for document exchange—we’re enabling end-to-end business automation that improves service levels, ensures compliance, and supports long-term growth. As automation expectations rise, our focus is on usability, speed-to-connect, and proactive insight that ensure you're not just trading data—but building better business operations.
Contact Flow today for a personalised review of your business needs and discover how easy EDI can be when it’s automated end-to-end.





