Benefits of using the X12 EDI 315
Benefits of the X12 EDI 315 are bi-directional for both users and recipients and can include but are not limited to the following:
Reduced or eliminate manual entry of data
Reduction of errors and better reliability and predictability overall
The key data elements included in X12 EDI 315:
Event and status details (ocean)
Shipment status
Port or terminal
Date/time reference
Interchange control header
Functional group header
Transaction set header
Beginning segment for inquiry or reply
Reference identification
Common issues regarding EDI 315
Problems with reference identification
Have you had issues in confirming accurate reference information, including shipment statuses, port/terminal locations from your customers?
Inaccurate port or terminal location
Are you spending too much time resolving these discrepancies that it’s impacting your business?
Missing header information
Is it a hassle to add/update Interchange control, functional group, and transaction set headers in your system by hand?
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