We support all common EDI documents for Wayfair including:

Invoices (810): Suppliers submit invoices to Wayfair to request payment for goods that have been shipped. Invoices must include information such as the purchase order number, item number, quantity, and unit price.
Inventory Inquiry/Advice (846): Wayfair may request inventory inquiry reports from suppliers to check the availability of certain items. Inventory inquiry reports include information such as the item number, quantity on hand, and lead time.
Purchase Orders (850): Wayfair uses purchase orders to communicate their orders to suppliers. Purchase orders include information such as the item number, quantity, unit price, and delivery date.
Purchase Order Acknowledgement (855): Vendors send Purchase Order Acknowledgments (PO Acks) to Wayfair to confirm receipt and acceptance of purchase orders.
Advance Ship Notices (856): Suppliers submit advance ship notices to Wayfair to notify them of upcoming shipments. Advance ship notices include information such as the shipment date, carrier, tracking number, and items included in the shipment.
 

In addition to the above transactions, Wayfair may also request other EDI transactions from suppliers on a case-by-case basis.

> Read our full EDI transactions guide

Avoid costly chargebacks with Wayfair

Some of the most common chargebacks that companies experience when doing business with Wayfair include:

EDI errors: Wayfair has strict EDI requirements, and any errors in EDI transactions can lead to chargebacks. Common EDI errors include: Invalid data format, Missing or incomplete data, Incorrect data, Duplicate transactions, Untimely EDI submissions

Late shipments: Wayfair requires suppliers to meet its shipping deadlines, and late shipments can also result in chargebacks. Late shipments can be caused by a variety of factors, such as: Production delays, Shipping delays, Incorrect shipping information

Incorrect or incomplete data: All data submitted to Wayfair must be accurate and complete, or the supplier may face chargebacks. Common examples of incorrect or incomplete data include: Incorrect product codes, Incorrect pricing information, Incorrect shipping information, Missing product descriptions, Product images that do not meet Wayfair's requirements

Product quality issues: Wayfair expects its suppliers to provide high-quality products, and any product quality issues can lead to chargebacks. Common product quality issues include: Defective products, Damaged products, Expired products, Products that do not match their descriptions

Pricing discrepancies: Wayfair has strict pricing requirements, and any discrepancies between the agreed-upon price and the actual price charged can result in chargebacks.

How API integration can boost your business with Wayfair

API integration can play a significant role in doing business with Wayfair by providing a more efficient and flexible way to exchange data. Wayfair offers a variety of APIs that businesses can use to automate tasks such as: Placing orders | Receiving purchase orders | Submitting shipping notifications | Sending invoices | Tracking shipments | Managing inventory | Updating product information | Processing returns and exchanges | Resolving customer issues

By integrating with Wayfair's APIs, businesses can reduce their reliance on EDI, improve the efficiency and accuracy of their business processes, and gain a competitive edge.

Here are some specific examples of how API integration can benefit businesses that do business with Wayfair:

• A logistics provider can integrate with Wayfair's APIs to automate the process of placing and receiving purchase orders, submitting shipping notifications, and tracking shipments. This can help to reduce manual errors and improve the efficiency of the logistics process.

• A manufacturer can integrate with Wayfair's APIs to automate the process of updating product information, such as pricing, availability, and specifications. This can help to ensure that Wayfair's website and other systems have accurate product information at all times.

• A retailer can integrate with Wayfair's APIs to automate the process of fulfilling orders placed on Wayfair's website. This can help to improve the customer experience and reduce the amount of time that it takes to ship orders.

• A third-party seller can integrate with Wayfair's APIs to manage their inventory, track sales, and process customer orders. This can help to streamline the selling process and improve profitability.

Overall, API integration can help businesses that do business with Wayfair to improve their efficiency, accuracy, customer service, and profitability.