Getting Started
GovX supports trading ANSI X.12 EDI documents (850, 855, 856, 846, 997) via a direct connection like FTP or through a VAN like HighJump/TrueCommerce.
For an overview on what EDI see: What is EDI?
For EDI mapping specifications see: EDI Specs
For GovX Trading Qualifier/ID see: GovX Trading Qualifier/ID
Step 1 | Create Account
Before integrating with GovX you will need to have a partner account created in GovX. Your GovX Brand Manager can provide you with the credentials.
Step 2 | Coordinate Product Codes
When integrating with GovX it is important to establish the product codes that will be used for integration. Typically, the product codes used for integration are UPC but another unique identifier can also be used (such as SKU). It is important that the GovX Brand Manager knows the product code that will be used in integration as it must be set when loading the products into GovX.
Step 3 | Configure EDI Settings
There are several configuration settings you will need to communicate to GovX, including:
- Your VAN and trading partner ID
- The placement of the tracking number in the EDI 856 document
GovX trades throughHighJump/True Commerce, who will work directly with your VAN to set up the connection after we have the details above.
Note: the timing for launch often depends on the schedule of the VANs and usually runs a minimum of 2 weeks.
Step 4 | Testing
Before we launch the integration, we will run a test order end-to-end. The test order will be initiated by GovX and will be deemed successful when we receive an EDI 856 response.
EDI Specifications
Document Types
GovX currently supports the following document types.
Transaction Number |
Transaction Type |
Direction |
Required |
|
---|---|---|---|---|
850 |
Purchase Order |
GovX > Vendor |
Yes |
|
855 |
PO Acknowledgment |
Vendor > GovX |
Yes |
View spec |
856 |
Advance Ship Notice |
Vendor > GovX |
Yes |
|
846 |
Inventory Advice |
Vendor > GovX |
No |
GovX Profile
GovX Inc.
9191 Towne Centre Drive Suite 210
San Diego, CA 92122
Phone: (888) 468-5511
edi@govx.com
EDI Information
Qualifier/ID for ISA & GS
Type |
Qualifier |
Identifier |
---|---|---|
Test |
12 |
8582247801 |
Production |
12 |
8582247801 |
Translation Software
Custom
Value Added Network (VAN)
ANSI X12 via SPS Commerce
TrueCommerce
What is EDI?
EDI stands for electronic data interchange. It is a protocol for the computer-to-computer exchange of business documents in a standard electronic format between business partners (also called trading partners).
Document type definitions
EDI 850
The 850 doc is a purchase order, used to place an order for goods or services. The 850 generally provides the same information you would find in a paper PO, including:
- Items, prices and quantities ordered
- Shipping details
- Payment terms
- Discounts
EDI 855
The 855 doc is a Purchase Order Acknowledgement. It is used by sellers to confirm the receipt of a PO (EDI 850) from a buyer. The 855 also communicates whether the PO was accepted or rejected, or what changes may have been made to accepted orders by the seller.
EDI 856
The 856 doc is an Advance Ship Notice (or ASN). It is used to signal that a shipment is in transit and typically includes order information such as shipment contents, packaging, carrier information and shipment tracking number. The 856 is crucial for GovX in order to communicate with customers during the fulfillment.
EDI 846
The 846 doc is used to communicate inventory information for a given set of skus. The document is used to inform GovX of on-hand inventory (i.e. stock quantities) for all products listed in the GovX.com catalog for the partner.
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