I know there are other transmission methods such as AS2, SFTP, HTTPS, etc. And VAN's are still being used. My question is, is it difficult to learn how these transmission/communications work so I can gain end to end technical 'know-how' of EDI implementations. It seems that the translation and the transmission knowledge, along with some programming is what I am missing in order to become technically proficient with EDI.
About this you are quite correct. All of these transmission methods, along with FTP are used, depending upon the partner, and they require some kind of a key to open them. Most of the VANs are also using one of these secure transmission methods. Many of the EDI software packages will handle these so you will have to check the documentation as to how. With that you will have to be able to setup: Communications Trading Partners Envelopes Maps Sincerely, Jason McMahon 8079 Village Drive Cincinnati, OH 45242-4315 <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected] <http://gutausse.weebly.com/articles.html> http://gutausse.weebly.com/articles.html http://gutausse.blogspot.com/ <http://www.linkedin.com/pub/jason-mcmahon/11/743/51b> http://www.linkedin.com/pub/jason-mcmahon/11/743/51b _____ From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of PK Sent: Friday, February 04, 2011 4:52 PM To: [email protected] Subject: [EDI-L] Re: How to get EDI Mapping / Technical Experience I'm also wondering about transmission/communication methods used. Kleinschmidt and GEIS were the main VAN's we worked with; we sent the data to them via FTP. For Kleinschmidt, I would usually call/email them advising them of upcoming implementations confirming each TP ID's/qualifier, etc. I would also give info regarding any interconnects. For GEIS, all this was done online...and of course only the IT staff was allowed on GEIS to setup the TP link! I really have missed working with EDI and being involved in implementations and analyzing data failures for root cause. I've worked w/ GAP, Lowes, US Military, Sears, and Target; among many others. Even though at times they could drive you crazy...I loved it!! I will be contacting fellow co-workers as many of you have mentioned for additional assistance as well as trying to network on different boards. Also, will be searching the web to refresh my EDI knowledge as I've been away from EDI for 4 years now... If I start getting to 'wordy' just let me know...sometimes I can go on and on ;) Thanks, Paul --- In [email protected] <mailto:EDI-L%40yahoogroups.com> , "pkam74" <pkam74@...> wrote: > > I am looking for suggestions in gaining mapping experience in EDI. I've managed EDI projects but always had programmers do the mapping/programming. Most EDI positions these days want someone with hands-on mapping experience. > > I have 3 years experience managing EDI projects as the lead business contact. I can read, analyze, and troubleshoot EDI transactions and have knowledge of all aspects of EDI Implementations (requirements, comm setup, testing, troubleshooting, etc). How can I get hands on mapping experience to complete my skill set? > > Below are examples of how I've been involved in EDI Implementations: > > - updating/maintaining company EDI implementation guides > - gathering customer requirements > - ensuring the business and internal core systems can meet the EDI needs internally > - setting up test plans/scenarios to be followed > - write up of logical mapping from core applications to EDI and vice versa > - contact with VAN's to setup communication links: exchanging TP ID/Qualifier, interconnects, etc > - entering test data into our internal core apps for end to end testing in test env > - managing production cut-over > - troubleshooting business/technical issues once live > > Any help would be very much appreciated. > > Thanks > Paul > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------------------ ... Please use the following Message Identifiers as your subject prefix: <SALES>, <JOBS>, <LIST>, <TECH>, <MISC>, <EVENT>, <OFF-TOPIC> Job postings are welcome, but for job postings or requests for work: <JOBS> IS REQUIRED in the subject line as a prefix.Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/EDI-L/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/EDI-L/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: [email protected] [email protected] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [email protected] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
