Which Epicor EDI Model Supports Your Strategy? Meet AtlasExchange

Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is central to many supply chain processes. But how your organization manages it can shape resource needs, internal oversight, and operational workflows. Epicor now offers three EDI models, each designed to align with different internal capabilities and business strategies:

• Epicor EDI HeadQuarters: An in-house EDI system for organizations that manage EDI end-to-end.
• Epicor ManagedXchange: A fully managed EDI service where Epicor handles the entire process.
• Epicor AtlasExchange: A hybrid model that offers user control over EDI tasks while Epicor manages infrastructure and trading partner maps.

Here’s an overview of how each model works, and some guidance on when to consider AtlasExchange.

Epicor EDI HeadQuarters: You Own and Operate EDI Internally

With Epicor EDI HeadQuarters, your team manages the full EDI lifecycle, from mapping, onboarding, and infrastructure to compliance.

Best fit for: Organizations with dedicated EDI resources and a need for complete customization.

Includes:

• Direct access to mapping tools and configurations
• Internal management of trading partner relationships
• Full control over integration and workflows

Considerations:

• Requires internal EDI and infrastructure expertise
• Longer lead time if building maps manually
• Higher internal resource commitment

Epicor ManagedXchange: Epicor Manages EDI for You

Epicor ManagedXchange is a fully managed service, where Epicor handles map maintenance, infrastructure, and partner compliance, allowing your team to focus on other priorities.

Best fit for: Teams that want to transition EDI operations entirely to Epicor.

Includes:

• Outsourced setup, routing, and support
• Epicor-provided service management
• No in-house mapping or infrastructure required

Considerations:

• Limited visibility into daily EDI tasks
• Change requests handled exclusively through Epicor
• Predefined customization scope

AtlasExchange: A Hybrid Model That Shares the Load

AtlasExchange is Epicor’s newest offering, designed to balance internal oversight with reduced infrastructure demands.

Best fit for: Organizations looking for a hybrid approach, allowing them to maintain some EDI oversight without owning the backend mapping and infrastructure.

Includes:

• Epicor-managed infrastructure and trading partner maps
• Real-time visibility through the AtlasExchange portal
• Self-service tools for monitoring and resending transactions

Why it matters: AtlasExchange supports internal visibility and responsiveness while offloading infrastructure setup and compliance management.

Conclusion: One Platform, Three Ways to Manage EDI

Every organization approaches EDI differently. Epicor’s three models are designed to align with how much control your team wants to retain and how much you prefer to delegate:

• EDI HeadQuarters: Internal ownership and configuration
• ManagedXchange: Epicor-managed, hands-off approach
• Epicor EDI AtlasExchange: Shared model with user visibility and operational control

Whether you’re replacing a legacy solution or launching a new ERP initiative, AtlasExchange offers an option designed to align with hybrid EDI needs.

Talk to an Epicor EDI expert to explore which model fits your environment.