How quickly can a supplier start sending invoices to Ocado via EDI?

A supplier can get instant online access to an EDI platform and begin sharing documents with Ocado once mapping and testing are complete, which can happen within twenty four hours of purchase. The provider works closely with Ocado throughout to avoid delays to the go-live date.

What does the EDI setup process with Ocado involve?

Setting up EDI with Ocado involves choosing the connection, filling in trading partner details and making payment online. A specialist onboarding team then sets up document mapping to establish the exchange channel, validates incoming and outgoing documents and runs full testing before the connection goes live.

Are there hidden costs when setting up EDI with a retailer like Ocado?

No. Pricing is transparent with no hidden fees such as Value Added Network charges, which some EDI approaches use to charge by the volume or size of documents sent. Suppliers get instant online access to view and process invoices as part of a straightforward, upfront cost.

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The quick and easy way to set up EDI with Ocado

Get quick and easy EDI with Ocado and meet the new mandate for EDI invoices. Set up in just 24 hours with eDI Essential

Transalis21 June 2021Updated 24 September 2026

Key takeaways

Ocado suppliers are required to send invoices electronically via EDI, so businesses trading with the retailer need a connection that matches Ocado's document formats and exchange protocols.
Suppliers can buy an EDI connection online and be exchanging invoices with Ocado within twenty four hours, without lengthy sales or set up delays.
Once purchased, a specialist onboarding team sets up document mapping and runs full validation and testing before the connection goes live.
The EDI connection can also integrate with more than forty existing systems, such as SAP, Oracle and Sage, so trading data flows automatically across the wider business.
Pricing is transparent with no hidden fees such as Value Added Network charges, so suppliers know what an Ocado EDI connection will cost upfront.

How can a supplier quickly set up EDI to send invoices to Ocado?

Suppliers can buy an online EDI connection, complete document mapping and validation testing, and be exchanging invoices with Ocado within twenty four hours. The connection gives instant online access to view, send and process invoices, and can integrate with existing systems such as SAP, Oracle and Sage so data flows automatically across the wider business.

The online supermarket, Ocado, has mandated its suppliers to send all invoices via EDI by the end of June 2021.

Transalis is an EDI specialist with a trading partner network covering 98% of the EDI enabled UK retail market.

We have already established EDI connections with many of Ocado’s suppliers and are familiar with the retailer’s document formats and exchange protocols. We can get you up and running and exchanging invoices via EDI with Ocado simply and quickly.

Step 1

Choose Partners

Step 2

Fill in details

Step 3

Make Payment

Simply buy online and get connected in just 24 hours. eDI Essential gives you the option to establish EDI connections with up to 2 trading partners.

Online access

Instant access to your Transalis eDI™ web platform, where you can simply and easily receive, send, view, and process all of your invoices with Ocado.

Mapping and Testing

Transalis eDI™ team will set up document mapping to establish an exchange channel for EDI with Ocado.

Our specialist onboarding team validate all incoming and outgoing documents and run full testing procedures.

Go Live

Once tests are complete, you can begin exchanging digital messages directly via EDI with Ocado.

How quickly can I send invoices to Ocado?

You will have instant online access to your Transalis eDI™ solution and can begin sharing documents with Ocado once the test phase is complete.

The Transalis team will start the process immediately, working closely with Ocado to ensure there are no delays.

Can I integrate with my other systems?

All of your digital documents can be viewed online, anytime, anywhere, but for total frictionless business, you can also integrate your EDI solution with your internal and external systems.

Integrations enable the information to flow efficiently across your entire organisation, giving you complete and immediate visibility. We offer over 40 integrations with widely-used systems such as accounting, order management, and warehousing applications (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Sage and more).

Why choose Transalis to connect EDI with Ocado?

EDI set up is simple and efficient with no disruptions to business
We promise pricing transparency with no hidden fees such as Value Added Network (VAN) charges
Instant access to your online EDI platform for immediate visibility of your invoices and any other digital documents
Transalis eDI™ supports all commonly used secure EDI protocols and formats, so you can trade messages with Ocado in the right format using the correct exchange protocols
Integrations with your existing systems, such as SAP, Oracle, and Sage
Instant and ongoing support, with guides, additional training and account management

Frequently asked questions

How quickly can a supplier start sending invoices to Ocado via EDI?: A supplier can get instant online access to an EDI platform and begin sharing documents with Ocado once mapping and testing are complete, which can happen within twenty four hours of purchase. The provider works closely with Ocado throughout to avoid delays to the go-live date.
Can an EDI connection to Ocado be integrated with other business systems?: Yes. Alongside viewing documents online, an EDI connection to Ocado can be integrated with more than forty widely used systems, including accounting, order management and warehousing applications such as SAP, Oracle and Sage. This lets trading data flow automatically across the whole organisation rather than being processed manually in one place.
What does the EDI setup process with Ocado involve?: Setting up EDI with Ocado involves choosing the connection, filling in trading partner details and making payment online. A specialist onboarding team then sets up document mapping to establish the exchange channel, validates incoming and outgoing documents and runs full testing before the connection goes live.
Are there hidden costs when setting up EDI with a retailer like Ocado?: No. Pricing is transparent with no hidden fees such as Value Added Network charges, which some EDI approaches use to charge by the volume or size of documents sent. Suppliers get instant online access to view and process invoices as part of a straightforward, upfront cost.

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