January Newsletter

Navigating EDI Solutions: Glasfloss’ Success Story Discover how IDEA Exchange provided an effective EDI solution and comprehensive support to help Glasfloss navigate the complex world of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI). Hear from Juby Alexander about the initial challenges, tangible benefits, and the strengthened partnership over time and how using IDEA Exchange EDI Managed Services can…

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EDI Managed Services: What’s Right for Your Business?

In today’s dynamic and competitive eCommerce landscape, businesses are constantly seeking ways to optimize their operations and streamline their supply chain processes. Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) managed services have emerged as a pivotal solution for achieving these objectives.  Join Tom Guzik, IDEA Director of Digital Integration Services, and Paul Waters, VP of Systems at Colonial…

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New One-Stop Order Tracking Solution Optimizes Supply Chain Operations

Collaborating with TradeTech Solutions and harnessing the power of IDEA Connector product data, the innovative and intuitive OrdrTrak platform facilitates seamless information exchange among manufacturers, manufacturer representatives, distributors, and contractors. Join Mike Wentz, VP of Sales and Marketing at IDEA, and Matthew Scarborough, President of TradeTech Solutions, as they showcase how the efficient viewing and…

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Erase Inefficiency with End-to-End Connected Supply Chains

Panelists: Satya Sanivarapu, Technology Director, Digital Supply Chains, NAED | Erika TenEyck, Director of Business Intelligence Programs, NAED | Don Leavens, Chief Economist and SVP of Business Intelligence, NEMA | Jim Johnson, President and CEO, NEMRA | Carol McGlogan, President & CEO, EFC | Denise Keating, VP of Customer Success, IDEA. Moderated by Scott Costa,…

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Get to Know HDM Subject Matter Expert Kevin Jackson

Name: Kevin Jackson, Senior Data Architect Company: Schneider Electric Years in the electrical industry: 7 HDM Role(s): Subject Matter Expert The Harmonized Data Model (HDM) is a single data model supported by NAED and NEMA that unifies multiple product data standards in IDEA Connector to support several syndication formats. We would not be able to…

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Elliott Electric Supply Partners with IDEA Exchange℠ Managed Services 

New Case Study Shares Why Leading Distributor Chose IDEA to Manage its EDI Operations FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Arlington, VA—The Industry Data Exchange Association, Inc. (IDEA) announces that Elliott Electric Supply, a leading distributor of electrical and industrial automation supplies, has selected IDEA Exchange℠ Managed Services to streamline and enhance its Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) operations. …

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IDEA Announces 2023 Board of Directors, Kulaszewicz Named Chair

IDEA Board Focused on IDEA’s Mission to Serve as a Single Source of Complete, High-Quality Transactional and E-Commerce Product Content Arlington, VA – The Industry Data Exchange Association, Inc. (IDEA), the industry-owned technology company and leading provider of electrical product data, announces its 2023 Board of Directors.  Frank Kulaszewicz, Senior VP, Lifecycle Services at Rockwell…

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IDEA and TradeTech Announce Partnership to Deliver Real-Time Order Tracking

Arlington, VA—The Industry Data Exchange Association, Inc. (IDEA), the industry-owned technology company and leading provider of electrical product data, announces that it has entered into a marketing partnership with software company, TradeTech Solutions, to introduce a new centralized industry portal that will provide real-time order tracking information to authorized distributors and manufacturer’s reps. Currently, accessing…

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IDEA Recognizes Companies Participating In The Harmonized Data Model (HDM)

Nearly 50 Distributor and Manufacturer Companies Provide Product Expertise in Show of Industry Support Arlington, VA—The Industry Data Exchange Association, Inc. (IDEA), a leading product data provider, recognizes and expresses its appreciation for the industry support and contributions of participating task force members for the Harmonized Data Model (HDM) initiative, which is defining a unified…

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