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© 2024 Echo Global Logistics. All rights reserved. 114114070224 800.354.7993 | echo.com API/EDI Integrations API/EDI Integrations How to Recognize if You Can Benefit from an API or EDI Integration What are API and EDI Integrations? Application Programming Interface (API) and Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) integrations enable the system-to-system transfer of data between Echo Global Logistics and its clients, carriers, third parties, and all forms of TMS software. Companies can exchange any standard business document such as a purchase order, invoice, or shipping schedule via API/EDI, as long as both have made the necessary technical preparations. • Handle a large volume of repetitive standard actions • Operate your business on a very tight margin • Want to better serve your customers in a time-sensitive, competitive marketplace Set up an integration with Echo if you: Why Set up an Integration with Echo? API/EDI integrations automate routine tasks such as load building, providing status updates, and invoicing for tech-enabled shippers. This can save hours of operational work each week, freeing up time to concentrate on high-value tasks. These connections also make it easier to schedule freight, track shipments, invoice faster, and enable real-time visibility into transaction status. More Reasons to Integrate • Reduces administrative work • Reduces telephone calls • Reduces manual data entry • Improves data accuracy • Increases speed of communication • Improves customer service • Reduces outstanding accounts receivable days Integrating with Echo also: Echo's API offers a robust service with real-time visibility into all facets of your supply chain. Setup time is minimal, allowing you to optimize quickly with an Echo integration.