EXTOL EDI Integrator for IBM i (EEI)

EXTOL EDI Integrator for IBM i (EEI) is an integration and data translation solution designed for organizations using the IBM i (formerly AS/400 or iSeries) platform. It specializes in Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and B2B integration, allowing businesses to exchange structured business documents with their trading partners. EEI helps automate and streamline the exchange of business information, improving efficiency and accuracy in supply chain and trading partner interactions.

Key features and capabilities of EXTOL EDI Integrator for IBM i include:

1. Data Translation and Mapping:

   • Facilitates the translation of data between different formats, such as EDI, XML, flat files, and database formats.
   • Offers graphical data mapping tools for visually designing data transformations and mapping between source and target formats.

2. EDI Standards Support:

   • Supports a wide range of EDI standards, including ANSI X12, EDIFACT, and industry-specific standards.
   • Ensures compliance with trading partner requirements and industry regulations related to EDI.

3. Integration with IBM i:

   • Integrates seamlessly with the IBM i platform, allowing organizations to leverage their existing infrastructure for B2B integration.
   • Provides connectors and adapters to interact with IBM i databases, programs, and other resources.

4. Trading Partner Management:

   • Manages trading partner relationships, including the configuration of communication protocols, document types, and business rules specific to each partner.
   • Supports the onboarding of new trading partners and the maintenance of partner-specific integration settings.

5. Workflow Automation:

   • Enables the creation of end-to-end integration workflows to automate business processes.
   • Supports the orchestration of data translation, validation, and other integration steps.

6. Data Validation:

   • Includes validation capabilities to ensure the integrity and compliance of incoming and outgoing data.
   • Performs validation checks based on predefined rules and data standards.

7. Error Handling and Monitoring:

   • Provides robust error handling mechanisms to manage exceptions and issues in the integration process.
   • Offers monitoring and logging features for tracking the status of transactions, identifying errors, and supporting troubleshooting.

8. Security and Encryption:

   • Implements security measures to protect sensitive data during transmission.
   • Supports secure communication protocols such as AS2, FTPS, and SFTP.

9. Reports and Auditing:

   • Generates reports and audit trails to track the flow of data, monitor transaction history, and support compliance requirements.

10. Scalability:

    • Scales to meet the growing needs of businesses, accommodating increased data volumes and expanding trading partner networks.

EXTOL EDI Integrator for IBM i is aimed at organizations running IBM i systems that need a reliable and scalable solution for EDI and B2B integration. Users are advised to refer to EXTOL's official documentation and support resources for the latest information and guidance related to EXTOL EDI Integrator for IBM i.