Will APIs Replace Traditional EDI?
Modern APIs are rapidly transforming B2B transactions, challenging the long-standing dominance of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) in supply chain operations. While EDI remains deeply embedded in legacy systems, its limitations—such as high costs, rigid standards, and delayed data processing—are driving businesses toward API-driven solutions that offer real-time connectivity, flexibility, and cost savings. Rather than a full replacement, the future will likely see APIs enhancing and coexisting with EDI, enabling companies to modernize without disrupting critical supply chain processes.… Read More