The Power of EDI
Did you know that an average truck consists of around 30,000 parts? Imagine manually ordering each part via email, phone, fax, or PDFs—handling technical documentation, orders, changes, transport bookings, shipping notifications, and invoices. That would mean 150,000 documents per truck, not to mention the risk of errors, delays, and inefficiencies.
EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) is the digital bridge that connects Volvo Group with suppliers, partners, and customers. It automates every step—from order creation to invoicing—seamlessly integrating logistics and finance systems across the globe.
Driving to innovation and supply chain excellence
Automated Processes
EDI automates the exchange of business documents, reducing the manual data handling.
Enhanced Security and Integration
Secure Data Transmission: EDI uses secure protocols to ensure data is transmitted safely and integrated with different business systems such as ERP and CRM for flawless operations.
Global reach
EDI systems can scale to accommodate growing business needs and increased transaction volumes.
Improved Data Quality
Consistent data formats improve the accuracy and reliability of information.
Compliance
EDI helps businesses comply with industry standards and regulations.
Sustainability
Printed paperwork and storage replaced by real-time data exchange.
Latest News
April 7, 2025
Second part of the planned upgrade to the EDI platform
Dear Partners and Suppliers,
We would like to announce a second part of the planned upgrade to the EDI platform, production environment.
The platform will be down from Saturday, May 10, at 3:00 p.m. CET (9 a.m. ET) through Sunday, May 11, at 11:30 a.m. CET (5:30 a.m. ET).
All incoming external files will be rejected during this time, and supply partners will receive a Communication Error.
Please ensure that any files that were rejected are resent after 11:30 a.m. CET (6:30 a.m. ET) on Sunday, May 11.
We appreciate your patience as we make this upgrade.
April 4, 2025
Launch of the NEW Volvo Group EDI Page
Dear Partners and Suppliers,
We are excited to announce the launch of our new Volvo Group EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) page. This page has been re-designed to provide you with extensive information and resources to enhance your EDI experience with Volvo Group.
Key Features of the New EDI Page:
- Valuable EDI Information: A wealth of knowledge to support your EDI operations and improve efficiency.
- EDI Implementation Details: Step-by-step guides and technical specifications to help you seamlessly integrate EDI with Volvo Group.
- Process Pictures: Visual representations of various EDI processes to provide a clear implementation flow, reduce errors and shorten the lead time.
We encourage you to visit the new EDI page and explore the resources available. Should you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact our support team.
Thank you for your continued partnership.
EDI Team
Volvo Group EDI
December 18, 2024
Ansi X12 in Decommissioning mode
Dear Supplier Partner,
Please be informed that Volvo Group has set ANSI X12 in decommissioning mode in accordance with AIAG automotive.
Why: AnsiX12 does not contain all the required information that is needed for today's procurement information and the format is not
further developed to match Automotive Standard.
The global and supported format is EDIFACT.
New suppliers to Volvo Group will only be connected with EDIFACT and existing suppliers will be contacted and asked to migrate to EDIFACT within 6 months from first contact.