Electronic Data Interchange for Maximum Reporting
Efficiency
DCL can handle everything from product print and packaging to warehousing, order taking, payment capture and fulfillment in a real-time environment under one roof.
Business Process Improvement to Maximize Efficiency in Data Interchange
EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) allows for the transfer of data
between companies using networks such as the Internet in a standard
format. It is the more efficient electronic alternative to paper,
fax, and phone-based transactions used by companies to seamlessly
communicate with each other.
EDI is becoming increasingly important for companies to utilize because
of the effectiveness in cutting costs that it provides. Driving EDI
is the ability to strengthen business relationships and improve business
processes. It is a multifaceted and flexible communication tool that
allows new ways to maximize business efficiency. EDI is a preferred
way of doing business among the Fortune 500 companies, and is a business
basic for the industry. DCL was an early provider of EDI in the mid
1990's and has continually maintained the latest standards.
AS2 - Not Just Convenient Anymore - Standard Mandate of Major Retailers
DCL is AS2 enabled. - Applicability Statement. -> A Secure way
to transfer EDI data via the internet by using encryption and HTTP
DCL now offers AS2 processing. AS2 is a secure internet communications
process that eliminates the need for and the cost of a Value Added
Network (VAN). Several Consumer Product Group Industry leaders, such
as Wal-Mart, and Home-Depot now require their trading partners to
transmit business documents using this communication method. AS2 benefits
DCL clients by decreasing turn-around time for business transactions
and handling virtually any business document (not just EDI formatted
documents). It is a direct connection that transfers documents quickly
and securely through data encryption and digital signatures. AS2 also
acts as proof that a transaction was performed at a certain time and
by legitimate parties, through the use of Message Delivery Notifications
(MDN).
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Fully integrated with DCL systems |
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Reduces information turn-around times |
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DCL client maintains complete control over their information delivery |
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Reduces/eliminates manual handling of data, improves data security resulting in less human errors and rework |
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Handles most every type of document and shortens transaction processing cycles (time saved by not having people rewrite documents |
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Provides quick response capability |
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Provides proof of transactions |
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Fully able to handle AS2 processing |
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Lowers inventory levels and freight costs and contributes to better in-stock positions |
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Builds closer business partnerships |
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DCL has over 8 years of EDI experience |