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EDI 894 - Delivery/Return Base Record
What is an EDI 894?
The EDI 894 is a message that suppliers use to let retailers know that a shipment is en route to their store. It provides information on the items, including details and quantities. In industries like food and beverage, having advance notice helps ensure that everyone has the right quantities, pricing, and shipment details. This makes the process of transferring goods smoother and more efficient.
How to use an EDI 894?
As a supplier, the EDI 894 plays a crucial role in your communication with retailers, providing them with advanced notification about impending shipments. This electronic data interchange (EDI) transaction set allows you to inform retailers that a shipment is on its way to their store, offering detailed insights into the quantities and specifics of the items being sent.
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Accredited Standards Committee X12. ASC X12 Standard [Table Data]. Data Interchange Standards Association, Inc., Falls Church, VA. https://x12.org/index.php/products/transaction-sets
Benefits of using an EDI 894 Delivery/Return Base Record
Suppliers in the food, beverage, and consumable products industry leverage Direct Store Delivery (DSD) to enhance customer service for retailers. The EDI 894 serves as an advance notification tool, similar to the EDI 856 advance ship notice, by providing detailed receiving information to the retailer and its store ahead of time. Users, whether buyers or sellers, can realize the following benefits by utilizing the EDI Delivery/Return Base Record:
Improved Supply Chain Visibility
The EDI 894 provides detailed and accurate information about upcoming shipments. Suppliers and retailers can access real-time data on the quantity and specifics of items being delivered, allowing for better planning and coordination.
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Retailers can optimize their inventory management processes by updating their systems promptly, ensuring that accurate stock levels and pricing information are available. This leads to more efficient inventory control, reducing the risk of overstocking or stockouts.
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Retailers can make necessary arrangements for the receipt of goods, such as allocating storage space, organizing staff, and coordinating transportation. This leads to a more organized and efficient handling of shipments upon arrival.
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Retailers can verify the accuracy of the shipment details, ensuring that they have the correct quantities and items. This proactive approach reduces the likelihood of errors, discrepancies, and delays in the receipt of goods.
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Components of an EDI 894:
- Shipment delivery date
- Purchase order numbers and dates for invoicing alignment
- Prices of delivered products, including promotions
- Product identification numbers and quantities in the delivery
Common issues relating to EDI 894
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