The good thing about communication protocols is that they usually based on open standards. Most companies purchase packages that include a module to handle these communication details. So general knowledge is sufficient.
On 2/4/11, PK <[email protected]> wrote: > > > I'm also wondering about transmission/communication methods used. > > Kleinschmidt and GEIS were the main VAN's we worked with; we sent the data > to them via FTP. For Kleinschmidt, I would usually call/email them advising > them of upcoming implementations confirming each TP ID's/qualifier, etc. I > would also give info regarding any interconnects. For GEIS, all this was > done online...and of course only the IT staff was allowed on GEIS to setup > the TP link! > > I know there are other transmission methods such as AS2, SFTP, HTTPS, etc. > And VAN's are still being used. My question is, is it difficult to learn > how these transmission/communications work so I can gain end to end > technical 'know-how' of EDI implementations. It seems that the translation > and the transmission knowledge, along with some programming is what is > missing for me in order to become technically proficient with EDI. > > I really have missed working with EDI and being involved in implementations > and analyzing data failures for root cause. I've worked w/ GAP, Lowes, US > Military, Sears, and Target; among many others. Even though at times they > could drive you crazy...I loved it!! > > I will be contacting fellow co-workers as many of you have mentioned for > additional assistance as well as trying to network on different boards. > Also, will be searching the web to refresh my EDI knowledge as I've been > away from EDI for 4 years now... > > If I start getting to 'wordy' just let me know...sometimes I can go on and > on ;) > > Thanks, > Paul > > > --- In [email protected], "pkam74" <pkam74@...> wrote: >> >> I am looking for suggestions in gaining mapping experience in EDI. I've >> managed EDI projects but always had programmers do the >> mapping/programming. Most EDI positions these days want someone with >> hands-on mapping experience. >> >> I have 3 years experience managing EDI projects as the lead business >> contact. I can read, analyze, and troubleshoot EDI transactions and have >> knowledge of all aspects of EDI Implementations (requirements, comm setup, >> testing, troubleshooting, etc). How can I get hands on mapping experience >> to complete my skill set? >> >> Below are examples of how I've been involved in EDI Implementations: >> >> - updating/maintaining company EDI implementation guides >> - gathering customer requirements >> - ensuring the business and internal core systems can meet the EDI needs >> internally >> - setting up test plans/scenarios to be followed >> - write up of logical mapping from core applications to EDI and vice versa >> - contact with VAN's to setup communication links: exchanging TP >> ID/Qualifier, interconnects, etc >> - entering test data into our internal core apps for end to end testing in >> test env >> - managing production cut-over >> - troubleshooting business/technical issues once live >> >> Any help would be very much appreciated. >> >> Thanks >> Paul >> > > > -- Sent from my mobile device ------------------------------------ ... Please use the following Message Identifiers as your subject prefix: <SALES>, <JOBS>, <LIST>, <TECH>, <MISC>, <EVENT>, <OFF-TOPIC> Job postings are welcome, but for job postings or requests for work: <JOBS> IS REQUIRED in the subject line as a prefix.Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/EDI-L/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/EDI-L/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: [email protected] [email protected] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [email protected] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
