EDI Integration
Built for Shopify
Automate B2B order fulfillment with enterprise-grade EDI integration. Connect your Shopify store to suppliers, drop-shippers, and distribution partners without manual data entry.
Implementation in days, not months. Full workflow visibility from day one.
What is EDI for Shopify?
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is the automated exchange of business documents between systems. For Shopify merchants, EDI enables seamless B2B order processing, inventory updates, and fulfillment tracking with suppliers and distribution partners.
Instead of manually entering purchase orders, tracking shipments, or updating inventory, EDI automates these workflows with standardized electronic messages that flow between your Shopify store and your supply chain partners.
Common EDI Transaction Sets
- 850 Purchase Order (PO)
- 855 Purchase Order Acknowledgment
- 856 Advance Ship Notice (ASN)
- 810 Invoice
Automated Order Routing
Orders automatically route to suppliers via EDI 850 without manual PO creation
Real-Time Inventory Sync
Receive inventory updates from suppliers and sync to Shopify instantly
Shipment Tracking
EDI 856 ASN provides tracking numbers and fulfillment updates automatically
What Makes Our EDI Different
Built specifically for Shopify's product catalog architecture with native understanding of variants, metafields, and multi-location inventory.
Deploy in days with complete operational visibility from day one.
Shopify-Native Architecture
Deep integration with Shopify's product model, including variant SKUs, metafields, and product taxonomies
Multi-Store Orchestration
Route orders between multiple Shopify stores with automatic fulfillment handling and inventory reconciliation
Flexible Field Mapping
Map any EDI field to any Shopify field, metafield, or custom attribute with transformations and value mappings
SFTP & VAN Support
Connect via SFTP, AS2, or traditional EDI VANs with automatic file polling and transaction validation
Order Modification Support
Handle post-checkout order changes from apps and custom workflows while maintaining EDI sync
Real-Time Monitoring
Track all EDI transactions with detailed logging, error alerts, and comprehensive audit trails
Days, Not Months
Launch your EDI integration in days instead of months. Our Shopify-native platform eliminates lengthy custom development and integration cycles.
Complete Visibility
Operational monitoring tools let you dig into the state of any EDI order instantly. Full workflow visibility from order placement to fulfillment completion.
Expert Configuration
We configure your Shopify store to handle complex scenarios like order splitting and multi-warehouse routing with EDI transmission. We handle the complicated stuff so you don't have to worry.
Hybrid Integration Approaches
Mix and match EDI with CSV, Excel, and other formats to create the perfect workflow for your business
CSV Catalogs + EDI Orders
Popular hybrid approach: Receive product catalogs, auth lists, and price lists via CSV or Excel files, while using EDI for the order workflow.
- CSV/Excel price lists for product catalog and pricing updates
- Auth lists defining which products customers can order
- EDI 850/855/856 for order placement and fulfillment tracking
Full EDI Catalog Operations
We support all EDI standards for complete product catalog management, from item setup to pricing updates.
- EDI 832 - Price/Sales Catalog
- EDI 846 - Inventory Inquiry/Advice
- EDI 867 - Product Transfer and Resale Report
- EDI 888 - Item Maintenance
Why Hybrid Approaches Work
Many suppliers prefer to send product catalogs via CSV or Excel because it's easier to manage in spreadsheets, while reserving EDI for transactional documents like orders and shipments. We handle both seamlessly.
CSV/Excel Benefits:
- ✓ Easy to create and edit in spreadsheet software
- ✓ No specialized EDI software required
- ✓ Perfect for product data and price lists
EDI Benefits:
- ✓ Real-time order acknowledgments
- ✓ Automatic tracking updates
- ✓ Industry-standard for transactions
EDI Use Cases for Shopify
From drop-shipping to multi-location fulfillment, our EDI solution adapts to your business model
Drop-Ship Automation
Customer orders automatically route to suppliers via EDI 850. Suppliers respond with 855 confirmations and 856 ship notices, updating your Shopify store with tracking information.
Perfect for merchants featuring products from third-party suppliers without holding inventory.
Multi-Warehouse Distribution
Route orders to different warehouses based on inventory availability, customer location, or product type. Each facility receives EDI documents and reports back fulfillment status.
Ideal for merchants with multiple distribution centers or 3PL partnerships.
Cross-Store Fulfillment
Feature products from Store A on Store B's storefront. When orders arrive, EDI automatically coordinates fulfillment between the stores, handling inventory sync and order modifications.
The solution from our case study—seamlessly connecting multiple Shopify stores for collaborative fulfillment.
Technical Specifications
Enterprise-grade EDI with modern cloud infrastructure
Supported Standards
- ANSI X12 - Industry-standard EDI format
- EDIFACT - International EDI standard
- XML/JSON - Modern API-style formats
- Custom Formats - Partner-specific variations
Connection Methods
- SFTP - Secure file transfer protocol
- AS2 - Encrypted direct transmission
- EDI VANs - Traditional value-added networks
- API Webhooks - Real-time HTTP callbacks
Document Types
Outbound orders to suppliers
Supplier order confirmations
Shipment details and tracking
Billing and payment documents
Platform Features
- Transaction logging and audit trails
- Automatic retry and error handling
- Real-time status notifications
- Document validation and compliance
Ready to Automate Your B2B Fulfillment?
Join enterprise Shopify merchants who trust SwagStack for EDI automation. Schedule a personalized demo to see how we can streamline your B2B operations.