I. What integration is right for you?

Picking the right order and inventory integration depends on your current systems, projected sales volume, and access to IT resources

If you have any questions regarding our integration pathways or would like consultation on choosing the best method, please reach out to integrationmanagement@govx.com

 

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II. Order Integrations

Integrating orders removes manual processing to manage the fulfillment process. Orders are automatically transmitted to the partner and confirmation of shipment is returned back to GOVX to facilitate a seamless fulfillment process.

GOVX currently supports the following order integration methods:

• EDI (SPS Commerce)
• EDI (Direct)
• ShipStation
• CSV (via FTP)
• CSV (via Email)

 

SPS Commerce

GOVX is integrated with SPS Commerce for order integration. SPS Commerce provides order management for online purchases. SPS Commerce accepts submission of order information and sends the order electronically to the partner or delivers it to their web portal for download.

Advantages	Disadvantages
Easy and quick set up (GOVX is already integrated)	If you already have an EDI VAN integration, SPS is additional overhead

Learn more about order integration via SPS Commerce

 

EDI X12 Direct

GOVX supports tradition electronic data interchange (EDI) for order integration. GOVX supports trading ANSI ASC X.12 EDI documents using either through a peer-to-peer connection like FTP or through a VAN (value-added networks). EDI documents 850, 855 and 856 are required. EDI 846 is optional, but recommended.

GOVX trades via HighJump/True Commerce. 

Advantages	Disadvantages
Many large ERP systems already have EDI integrations	Requires more technical knowledge to set up and manage Can be expensive to set up Slower to implement (4-6 weeks)

Learn more about order integration via EDI

 

ShipStation

GOVX provides an easy ShipStation integration via the Custom Store configuration. The ShipStation Custom Store allows you to sync GovX orders within ShipStation in a single click, and enables ShipStation to automatically send shipment status and tracking information updates back to GovX once a label is created. Custom Store functionality in ShipStation is the best way to sync up orders with ShipStation and create a seamless end-to-end experience.

Advantages	Disadvantages
Quick setup if you already have ShipStation account	Monthly subscription cost 3rd party dependency for order fulfillment

Learn more about order integration with ShipStation

 

CSV (FTP)

GOVX can send CSV files of order data, transmitted over FTP.

Advantages	Disadvantages
Quick set up	May require manual loading of order data file into partner system

Learn more about order integration with CSV (FTP)

 

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III. Inventory Integrations

Integrating your inventory with GOVX will help reduce cancellations resulting from out of stock items and ultimately improve customer satisfaction with your brand. By sending GOVX your inventory, you will be able to control what is available for sale on the GOVX site.

• SPS Commerce
• EDI X12
• CSV (FTP)

 

SPS Commerce

If you are able to integrate orders through SPS Commerce, you can take advantage of sending your inventory through SPS as well.

Advantages	Disadvantages
Easy and quick set up (GOVX is already integrated)	If you already have an EDI VAN integration, SPS is additional overhead

Learn more about inventory integration via SPS Commerce

 

EDI X12

GOVX supports the 846 EDI document for transmitting your inventory availability. GOVX support transmission of this document via a direct FTP connection or through a VAN.

GOVX is currently integrated with HighJump/TrueCommerce

Advantages	Disadvantages
Your ERP system is EDI capable and can produce an 846 document	Requires technical personnel to setup EDI/VAN setup can be expensive

Learn more about inventory integration via EDI

 

CSV (FTP) 

You can send GOVX a CSV or tab-delimited file with inventory availability directly to our FTP server. The file must include a column for SKU and/or UPC and a quantity column for the current product quantity available. GOVX will need to know the position of these columns in the file prior to setup. The GOVX integrations manager will provide you your credentials and connection settings.

Advantages	Disadvantages
Quick setup	Requires scheduling of files before transfer. Can be prone to error if not automated.

Learn more about inventory integration via CSV (FTP)