For many mid-market manufacturers and distributors, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is both essential and exasperating. It's the backbone of order fulfillment, invoicing, and shipment coordination, yet it often operates like a black box. Outdated VANs, manual routing, and limited visibility leave teams chasing acknowledgments, troubleshooting errors, and reacting to problems after they've already disrupted production.
The result? Slower order cycles, strained partner relationships, and mounting operational costs—at a time when supply chain agility has never been more critical.
Entrust+, developed by Encompass Solutions and powered by the ECGrid network, was built to change that. It's built for speed, scalability, and reliability, enabling manufacturers, distributors, and 3PLs to move data faster, with greater accuracy and control.
Key advantages include:
"Entrust+ gives your business the power to connect and control EDI communications in real-time—without the complexity of traditional systems."
Executives in manufacturing and automation face a common set of challenges:
These pain points aren't just operational headaches—they directly impact margins, customer satisfaction, and the ability to scale.
The urgency to modernize EDI isn't just internal; it's shaped by external pressures:
Modern EDI platforms must deliver speed, visibility, and automation, capabilities that legacy VANs struggle to match. Entrust+ was designed with these requirements in mind.
Traditional EDI/VAN setups often:
Entrust+ changes that dynamic by:
"Entrust+ gives your business the power to connect and control EDI communications in real‑time, without the complexity of traditional systems."
Entrust+ delivers the features modern manufacturers and distributors need to simplify EDI and strengthen supply chain performance:
Entrust+ is built for organizations where transaction volume and partner complexity demand more than legacy systems can deliver.
Picture a robotics manufacturer reducing chargebacks from a major retailer by gaining real‑time visibility into acknowledgments. Or a 3PL provider onboarding a new partner in days instead of weeks, accelerating revenue capture. For distributors, the ability to track every transaction in real time means fewer disputes, stronger compliance, and healthier partner relationships.
Whether you're processing thousands of 850s or managing complex shipment data, Entrust+ helps you move information faster and with greater accuracy. The value of modern EDI isn't just in smoother operations—it's in measurable business outcomes.
Deloitte's 2024 research highlights that ongoing disruptions have materially eroded margins, forcing manufacturers to reevaluate supply chain resilience and prioritize digitization. Entrust+ directly addresses this risk by reducing errors, delays, and chargebacks.
Visibility isn't just an IT metric—it's a boardroom metric.
Entrust+ is powered by the ECGrid network, a trusted name in EDI communication infrastructure. ECGrid ensures the performance, reliability, and scalability you expect from enterprise‑level data exchange, while Entrust layers on automation intelligence and visibility.
This partnership means you get the best of both worlds: a secure, high‑performance VAN backbone and a modern automation‑driven EDI engine.
Modernizing EDI doesn't have to mean disruption. Entrust+ is designed for rapid onboarding and seamless integration with your existing ERP environment.
Organizations exploring EDI modernization can start by assessing their current environment. Encompass Solutions offers resources and guidance to help leaders evaluate readiness and identify quick wins.
For manufacturers and distributors in the $10M–$70M revenue range, the stakes are high. Margins are tight, customer expectations are rising, and automation is reshaping the competitive landscape. Entrust+ helps you move beyond outdated VANs and manual processes to a future where EDI is not just a necessity, but a strategic advantage.
As digital supply chains evolve, flexibility and automation are no longer optional—they're essential. Entrust+ positions your business to thrive in this new era, giving you control, visibility, and confidence in every transaction.
The future of supply chain connectivity won't be defined by compliance, but by intelligence, speed, and resilience. Entrust+ is how forward‑thinking manufacturers lead that shift. Start your journey today with a Discovery Call or product overview.