Automation can transform your business.

 

Here are 5 key lessons entrepreneurs can learn from supply chain automation — your blueprint for simplifying, scaling, and growing.

1. 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲
↳ Manual processes slow you down; automation frees you for strategy.

ActionEDI Example:
Our clients save admin time by 30%, eliminating manual entry for POs and invoices.

Takeaway:
Automate time-consuming tasks like invoicing and follow-ups to focus on growth.

2. 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 & 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮-𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
↳ Real-time data is a game-changer.

ActionEDI Example:
With ActionEDI, businesses get real-time updates on their inventory, shipments, and orders. It helps them make smarter decisions.

Takeaway:
Without real-time data, you’re flying blind. Set up systems that provide actionable insights.

3. 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗘𝗿𝗿𝗼𝗿
↳ Mistakes are costly; automation ensures reliability.

ActionEDI Example:
Imagine processing POs using email every day. Automating email POs with our Email PO Module reduced errors and prevented shipment delays. Don’t forget the countless hours saved.

Takeaway:
Automate areas prone to human error — like finance or inventory — to boost reliability.

4. 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆
↳ Growth requires scalable systems.

ActionEDI Example:
With Unlimited Users and Trading Partners, our clients scale effortlessly.

Takeaway:
Build systems that grow with your business, without extra complexity.

5. 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 & 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝗹𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
↳ Automation saves time and money.

ActionEDI Example:
Our Unlimited Start & Save Plan helped clients cut costs by 50%.

Takeaway:
Automate to reduce overhead and reallocate savings toward growth.

Start automating today. Work smarter, not harder. Embrace automation to make your business unstoppable.

Action EDI offers a fully hosted cloud-based EDI Fulfillment Software designed specifically for SMBs. With a full suite of EDI integrations, seamless integration, unlimited users, and cost-effective solutions, Action EDI simplifies EDI complexity and maximizes savings, helping your business grow with confidence. Book a demo today.

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