eCommerce
X12
Electronic data interchange (EDI) standard used for exchanging business documents in logistics.
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Updated 2025-10-01
Definition
X12 defines formats for electronic transactions such as invoices, purchase orders, shipping notices, and more between trading partners.
Overview
Overview
X12 is widely adopted in supply chain and transportation industries for automating business communication, reducing errors, and improving efficiency.
Common Uses
- Purchase orders (850)
- Advanced Shipping Notice (ASN 856)
- Invoice (810)
Example
A retailer receives electronic purchase orders from suppliers in X12 format, allowing automatic updating of inventory systems.
Tags
#EDI#X12#Logistics#Automation#Supply Chain
Related Terms
EDI Mapping
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)
Order Management System (OMS)
