EDI on the Street

Acumatica EDI reality: a native connector gets data into your ERP — but it doesn't manage your trading partners. In this episode of EDI on the Street, we explain what Acumatica's native EDI connectors actually do, where they fall short once real retailer requirements show up, and why keeping your EDI logic outside the ERP protects your upgrades, your margins, and your supply chain.

🎯 What You'll Learn:

• What a "native" Acumatica EDI connector actually does — and what it doesn't
• Why a connector is a product, but EDI is a process that needs people and ongoing ownership
• Where connector-only setups break: non-standard EDI, complex 856 ASNs, routing guides, and item cross-references
• The footprint problem: how heavy in-ERP EDI customizations make every Acumatica upgrade risky
• How GraceBlood's light-footprint approach keeps EDI logic outside Acumatica
• Why a decoupled architecture makes troubleshooting cleaner and protects your trading partner maps
• What managed EDI covers: trading partner onboarding, monitoring, change management, and coverage
• A real-world Acumatica scenario: chargebacks, a new retailer, 3PL 940/945 flows, and a stalled upgrade *
• Nine questions to ask before choosing an EDI approach for Acumatica

Perfect for: Acumatica customers, companies implementing or migrating to Acumatica, Acumatica VARs and implementation partners, IT and operations leaders, and supply chain managers who want EDI that scales without weighing down their ERP.

🔗 Learn more about Managed EDI Services from GraceBlood: https://graceblood.com/

Your NetSuite clients need EDI, but that doesn't mean you have to become an EDI expert. In this episode of EDI on the Street, we explore why partnering with a specialized third-party EDI provider is a smart strategy for NetSuite VARs, ERP consultants, and implementation partners. Discover how an established ERP–EDI partnership can protect implementation timelines, create recurring revenue opportunities, strengthen client relationships, and give customers confidence that their NetSuite and EDI systems are in capable hands. We also introduce GraceBlood's VelociNetwork™ Referral Partner Program and explain how VARs can expand their service offerings without building an internal EDI practice.

🎯 What You'll Learn:

👉 Why NetSuite VARs are increasingly asked to solve complex EDI requirements

👉 Why ERP implementation expertise doesn't automatically translate into EDI expertise

👉 How third-party EDI partnerships protect implementation timelines and reduce project risks

👉 Why clients feel more confident when their NetSuite VAR and EDI provider work together

👉 How specialized EDI providers handle trading partner compliance, mapping, testing, and ongoing support

👉 How VARs can expand their capabilities without hiring dedicated EDI specialists

👉 How GraceBlood's VelociNetwork™ Referral Partner Program creates opportunities for ongoing revenue sharing

👉 Why established ERP–EDI partnerships help protect customer relationships and improve the overall client experience

👉 What NetSuite VARs should look for when selecting a trusted EDI partner

👉 How to turn recurring client EDI questions into a long-term channel growth strategy

Perfect for: NetSuite VARs, ERP resellers, NetSuite implementation consultants, ERP practice leaders, channel partnership executives, systems integrators, and technology consultants looking to expand their capabilities, protect client relationships, and generate additional revenue through strategic EDI partnerships.

🔗 Learn more about GraceBlood's VelociNetwork Referral Partner Program: https://graceblood.com/company/partnerships/

In this episode of EDI on the Street, we explore what happens to your EDI when your organization migrates to Microsoft Dynamics 365—and why EDI should be part of the migration strategy from the beginning.

We discuss how a D365 migration can impact existing EDI integrations, mapping, business rules, and trading partner connections. We also cover the importance of coordinating your ERP and EDI teams, testing transactions end to end, planning for cutover, and ensuring purchase orders, shipments, invoices, and other critical transactions continue moving throughout the transition.

In this episode of EDI on the Street, we explore what happens when the one person responsible for your EDI suddenly leaves—and why relying on a single EDI expert can create serious business continuity risks.

We discuss how companies can reduce their dependency on individual employees, protect critical EDI knowledge, improve documentation and coverage, and prepare for unexpected turnover. We also explain why outsourcing or co-managing EDI with an experienced integration partner can provide the expertise, redundancy, and support needed to keep orders, shipments, invoices, and other critical transactions moving—no matter who's in the office.

Manufacturing is evolving rapidly—and so is the technology that connects customers, suppliers, logistics providers, and ERP systems. In this episode of EDI on the Street, we explore the future of B2B integration in manufacturing and discuss why Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) remains the foundation of modern supply chains, even as AI, APIs, cloud ERP systems, and real-time analytics continue to transform the industry.

Join us as we separate industry hype from reality and explain what manufacturers should expect over the next decade. We cover how hybrid integration strategies are replacing "one-size-fits-all" approaches, how artificial intelligence is improving exception management and visibility, why cybersecurity and cloud connectivity are becoming increasingly important, and what manufacturing leaders should be doing today to prepare for the future.

In this episode, you'll learn:

- Why EDI continues to play a critical role in manufacturing

- How APIs and EDI work together—not against each other - The growing importance of hybrid integration strategies

- How AI is improving B2B integration and supply chain visibility

- The impact of cloud ERP systems on manufacturing integration - Why cybersecurity is becoming a key part of B2B connectivity

- The importance of real-time analytics and operational visibility

- How the integration skills shortage is changing the industry - Five predictions for the future of B2B integration in manufacturing

Whether you're a manufacturer, distributor, operations leader, IT professional, ERP consultant, or supply chain executive, this episode offers practical insights into building a more connected, efficient, and resilient business.

Learn more about GraceBlood's Managed EDI Services: https://www.graceblood.com

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In this episode of EDI on the Street, we walk through the complete journey of an ERP–EDI partnership—from the initial introduction and discovery process to solution design, implementation, testing, go-live, and ongoing support. Drawing from real-world integration experience, we explore how ERP providers and EDI specialists work together to deliver successful outcomes, why specialization matters, and how strong partnerships help clients onboard trading partners faster and scale with confidence.

In this episode of EDI on the Street, we discuss how cloud ERP migrations are changing the world of EDI. From APIs and middleware to trading partner continuity and integration complexity, we explain why EDI remains a critical part of modern business operations even in a cloud-first environment.

In this episode of EDI on the Street, we break down the key differences between ANSI X12, XML, JSON, and flat files—and why those differences matter more than most organizations realize. Drawing from real-world integration and operations experience, the conversation explores how each format impacts reliability, flexibility, scalability, and day-to-day workflows. From the rigid standardization of X12 to the speed of JSON and the risks of flat files, the hosts explain where each format fits—and where it creates challenges. A must-watch for organizations navigating multiple data formats and looking to build a more resilient, well-integrated data exchange strategy.

In this episode of EDI on the Street, we go deeper into how integrated EDI actually eliminates internal silos across organizations. Drawing from real-world integration and operations experience, they explain how connecting EDI directly with ERP, warehouse, and finance systems creates a shared data pipeline that every team can trust. The conversation explores how automated data flow, real-time visibility, and consistent transaction records improve collaboration and accountability across departments. Instead of teams reconciling different versions of the truth, integrated EDI ensures everyone is working from the same information. A must-watch for organizations looking to move beyond fragmented processes and build a more connected, efficient operation.

In this episode of EDI on the Street, two EDI veterans break down how disconnected systems create internal silos across sales, operations, warehouse, and finance. Drawing from real-world integration experience, they explain how manual handoffs and fragmented data lead to misalignment and finger-pointing.

They also explore how properly integrated EDI creates a shared source of truth that improves collaboration, increases accountability, and keeps teams moving together instead of working in isolation.