Publisher's Synopsis
EDIFACT standards is the prime international standard for the movement of trade data.;This book explains in full detail, with examples and illustrations, how to understand the standards, including the Data Element Directory, the syntax and the message design principles. EDIFACT is designed to incorporate a large amount of flexibility, especially in message design and this is explained in detail. The maintainance procedures to be followed are explained and the usage of translation software and communication protocols is examined.;Finally the book looks towards the future of EDI.
