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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Colonial Electric Supply Joins Growing List of IDEA Exchange℠ Managed Services Customers Streamlining EDI Processes

Leading Distributor Overcomes EDI Staffing Challenges with IDEA’s Expert Team Arlington, VA — Colonial Electric Supply has partnered with IDEA Exchange℠ Managed Services, a leading provider of EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) and digital integration for distributors and manufacturers. By leveraging IDEA Exchange Managed Services, Colonial Electric Supply aims to streamline its EDI processes, enhance efficiency,…

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Get to Know Marie-Hélène St-Jean

Name: Marie-Hélène St-Jean, Product Line Coordinator / Data Integrity Company: ABB Inc. Years in the electrical industry: 7 years 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 accomplish our…

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Get to Know HDM Subject Matter Expert Scott Davis

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Name: Scott Davis, Product Content Manager Company: Kirby Risk Electrical Supply HDM Role(s): Subject Matter Expert and HDM Advisory Council member 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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IDEA and SPARXiQ Announce Partnership to Accelerate Electrical Industry Channel Performance

Arlington, VA — The Industry Data Exchange Association, Inc. (IDEA), the industry-owned technology company and leading provider of electrical product data, announces a partnership with SPARXiQ, an industrial technology company, to provide a broad range of solutions to increase channel efficiency in order processing and fulfillment cycles. From product manufacturing to distribution and on through…

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A Big Thank You!

IDEA has created a platform that allows different manufacturers and distributors to collaborate. Since everyone has a different point of view, the ability to discuss and learn from each other is a great benefit for everyone. We would not be able to accomplish our goals without our SME’s (Subject Matter Expert) guidance and support. We…

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The What, Why and How of Automation of Rebate Data Between Trading Partners

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Understanding how this data is captured, managed, analyzed and used across the supply chain Data automation ensures you have the right data in the right form, right time and right place in your supply chain to drive business outcomes, increase revenue growth, and make trading partnerships more cohesive. Operational inefficiencies—siloed, manual technology platforms, a lack…

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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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