EDI Transaction Set
EDI 853: Routing And Carrier Instruction
EDI 853 is the X12 Routing And Carrier Instruction transaction set, used within Electronic Data Interchange (EDI). This transaction set provides the sender with the capability to transmit detailed routing and carrier information pertinent to a route. This transaction set only provides routing information and does not convey information about a shipping event or provide shipping authorization.
What the 853 transaction set covers
Routing and Carrier Instruction This X12 Transaction Set contains the format and establishes the data contents of the Routing and Carrier Instruction Transaction Set (853) for use within the context of an Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) environment. This transaction set provides the sender with the capability to transmit detailed routing and carrier information pertinent to a route. This transaction set only provides routing information and does not convey information about a shipping event or provide shipping authorization.
How Interlink handles the 853
Interlink Commerce maps, transmits, and monitors the 853 for you as part of fully managed EDI — connected straight to your ERP or systems, certified against your retailer’s requirements, and billed only when you trade. Most suppliers go live within 30 days.