EDIFACT

About: EDIFACT is a research topic. Over the lifetime, 158 publications have been published within this topic receiving 1851 citations. The topic is also known as: UN/EDIFACT.

A system and method for establishing a privacy communication path

Abstract: The invention relates to a Privacy Infrastructure Platform that provides a solution for privacy enabling communication and secures trade of both electronic and physical goods and services. Through user-controlled Communication Rules including an Access Control Filter and a Dynamic Routing service the individual is in control of communication and enables a universal user-controlled Opt-In filter for SPAM protection. The invention builds a support for Privacy Enabling the full value chain from the original supplier to the consumer. In addition the invention can support trade across existing standard barriers supporting standard conversion, government reporting and existing and future eCommerce standards such as EDIFACT, OFX, OBI and CBL. Privacy is established using a principle of multiple non-linkable pseudonyms or Virtual Identities (VID) combined with intermediation of on- and offline communication channels.

Edi: A Total Management Guide

Abstract: From the Publisher: Electronic Data Interchange: A Total Management Guide is a manager's handbook for EDI implementation. The book presents an overview of what EDI is and how it can be used to improve your company's competitive position. The book is designed primarily for managers faced with the tasks of implementing and using EDI and of selling EDI to trading partners and top management. The book covers EDI concepts and definitions, components (including a detailed chapter on standards), cost and benefit analysis, strategic approaches, implementation steps, and case studies. Also discussed are international EDI and electronic funds transfer. Topics new to the second edition include a detailed explanation of EDIFACT; in-depth discussion of legal and audit issues; case examples of how EDI can be used to reengineer processes; the combination of EDI with bar coding and for use in TQM programs; discussion of EDI in North America, Europe, and the Pacific Rim; and "lessons learned" cases from actual EDI users.

The Diffusion of Electronic Data Interchange

Abstract: 1. Introduction.- 1.1. Research Problem.- 1.2. Prior Research on Electronic Data Interchange.- 1.3. Main Goals of Research.- 1.4. Organization of Research.- 2. Electronic Data Interchange.- 2.1. Introduction.- 2.2. Foundations of EDI.- 2.2.1. Communication Theory.- 2.2.1.1. A Communication Model.- 2.2.1.2. Semantic Aspects of Communication between Human Agents.- 2.2.2. Database Theory.- 2.2.2.1. Database Architecture.- 2.2.2.2. Data Dictionary.- 2.2.3. EDI Communication Model.- 2.2.4. Concepts Related to EDI.- 2.2.4.1. Electronic Mail.- 2.2.4.2. Online Database Communication.- 2.2.4.3. Distributed Databases.- 2.2.4.4. Office Document Interchange.- 2.3. Requirements of EDI.- 2.3.1. Message Standards.- 2.3.1.1. Character Standards.- 2.3.1.2. Data Element Standards.- 2.3.1.3. Syntax Standards 46 2.3.1.3.1. ANSIX12.- 2.3.1.3.2. EDIFACT.- 2.3.1.3.3. Other Syntax Standards.- 2.3.2. Systems.- 2.3.2.1. Hardware.- 2.3.2.2. Software.- 2.3.3. Message Delivery.- 2.3.3.1. Conventional Methods.- 2.3.3.2. Using Value Added Network and Services.- 2.3.3.3. Using X.400.- 2.3.4. Operational Requirements.- 2.3.4.1. Object Identification.- 2.3.4.2. Legal Certainty.- 2.4. Business Implications of EDI.- 2.4.1. Overview.- 2.4.2. Direct Effects.- 2.4.2.1. Costs.- 2.4.2.2. Benefits.- 2.4.2.2.1. Reduced Transaction Costs.- 2.4.2.2.2. Improved Cash Flow.- 2.4.2.2.3. Reduced Inventory Levels.- 2.4.3. Indirect Effects and Opportunities.- 2.4.3.1. General Remarks.- 2.4.3.2. Customer Relation.- 2.4.3.3. Internal Efficiency.- 2.4.3.4. Supplier Relation.- 2.4.4. EDI and Just-In-Time.- 2.4.5. Conclusions.- 2.5. Utilization of EDI in Practice.- 2.5.1. Evolution of Standards.- 2.5.2. The Diffusion of EDI in Practice.- 2.5.3. A Sample EDI Application.- 3. The Aspect of Diffusion.- 3.1. Network Externalities.- 3.2. Diffusion of Innovations.- 3.2.1. Diffusion of Conventional Innovations.- 3.2.1.1. Introduction.- 3.2.1.2. The Pattern of Diffusion.- 3.2.1.3. The Rate of Diffusion.- 3.2.1.4. The Implementation Aspect of Diffusion.- 3.2.2. Diffusion of Innovations with Significant Network Externalities.- 3.3. Implications for the Diffusion of EDI.- 3.4. EDI Diffusion Research Framework.- 4. Empirical Investigation on Electronic Data Interchange.- 4.1. Project Overview.- 4.1.1. Introductory Remarks.- 4.1.2. Research Objectives.- 4.1.3. Research Hypotheses.- 4.1.3.1. Hypotheses Relative to Business Implications of EDI.- 4.1.3.2. Hypotheses Relative to Communication Aspects of EDI.- 4.1.3.3. Hypotheses Relative to Adoption, Implementation, and Diffusion of EDI.- 4.1.4. Research Design.- 4.1.4.1. Research Methodology.- 4.1.4.2. Empirical Referents of Research Variables.- 4.1.4.3. Data Analysis Methods.- 4.2. Preliminary Field Study.- 4.2.1. Study Objectives.- 4.2.2. Administration of Field Study.- 4.2.3. Findings of Field Study.- 4.3. Sample Survey.- 4.3.1. Identification of Research Population.- 4.3.2. Classification of Survey Participants.- 4.3.2.1. Industry Sector and Geographical Area.- 4.3.2.2. Functional Area and Hierarchical Position of Respondents.- 4.3.2.3. Organizational Size.- 4.3.2.4. Length of EDI Utilization.- 4.3.2.5. Volume of EDI Communication.- 4.3.2.6. Other Classification Criteria.- 4.3.3. Assessment of Sample Representativeness.- 4.3.4. Survey Findings and Hypotheses Testing.- 4.3.4.1. EDI-Decision Stage.- 4.3.4.2. Costs of EDI.- 4.3.4.2.1. Tangible Costs.- 4.3.4.2.2. Overview of Actual Costs Incurred.- 4.3.4.2.3. Intangible Costs.- 4.3.4.3. Benefits of EDI.- 4.3.4.3.1. Tangible Benefits.- 4.3.4.3.2. Intangible Benefits.- 4.3.4.4. Role of Value-Added Networks and Services.- 4.3.4.5. Diffusion and Future Evolution of EDI.- 5. Summary and Conclusions.- 5.1. Research Summary.- 5.2. Research Conclusions.- 5.2.1. Conclusions Relative to Business Implications of EDI.- 5.2.2. Conclusions Relative to Communication Aspects of EDI.- 5.2.3. Conclusions Relative to Adoption, Implementation, and Diffusion of EDI.- 5.3. Research Implications.- 5.4. Suggestions for Future Research.- List of Acronyms and Abbreviations.