Why are legacy EDI systems becoming a risk for businesses?

Legacy EDI systems were built for a different era and are increasingly exposed to rising costs, added complexity and the risk of disruption as vendors change their infrastructure and support. Businesses relying on outdated systems can face service changes, such as platform discontinuations, that force an unplanned review of how they exchange data with trading partners.

What can businesses learn from the SAP Hana discontinuation?

The SAP Hana discontinuation is used in the report as a real world example of how a single infrastructure change can disrupt long standing EDI setups. It shows why businesses benefit from reviewing their EDI strategy proactively, rather than waiting for a vendor decision to force a reactive migration.

How can businesses future-proof their EDI integration strategy?

Future-proofing EDI means moving away from legacy providers and rigid infrastructure towards more agile, scalable solutions that can adapt as trading requirements change. This includes reviewing current setup, understanding where legacy systems create risk, and planning an integration strategy that can flex with the business over time.

Who should download the Future of EDI report?

The report is useful for any business reviewing its existing EDI setup or exploring a future proof integration strategy. It offers practical insights to help teams overcome the limitations of legacy systems, improve supply chain resilience and get more value from their data when making technology decisions.

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Free Report: The Future of EDI

Discover the future of EDI: Overcome legacy system challenges and unlock agile, cost-effective supply chain operations. Download it for free now.

Transalis14 April 2026Updated 23 September 2026

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What does the Future of EDI report cover?

This free report examines how EDI is evolving as legacy infrastructure struggles to keep pace with rising costs, complexity and the risk of disruption. It covers the current state of EDI, real world examples including the SAP Hana discontinuation and related service changes, and how newer, more agile solutions can meet today's and tomorrow's business needs. It is aimed at businesses reviewing their existing setup or planning a future proof integration strategy.

The future of EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) is being shaped by rapid advances in technology and shifting business demands.

While EDI has been the backbone of supply chain operations and B2B communication for decades, today’s fast-moving digital economy is exposing the limits of traditional systems. Many businesses are now facing rising costs, increased complexity, and the risk of disruption from outdated EDI infrastructure.

Our free report explores the evolving EDI landscape, highlighting the challenges of legacy technology and the opportunities created by new, more agile solutions.

What you'll learn

The current state of EDI and the key challenges with legacy EDI systems
Real-world examples, including the SAP Hana discontinuation and service changes
How Transalis’ new solutions address the needs of businesses today and of the future

Why download this report?

Whether you’re reviewing your existing EDI setup or exploring a future-proof integration strategy, this report provides practical insights to help you make informed decisions. Learn how to overcome the limitations of legacy systems, improve supply chain resilience, and unlock greater value from your data.

Frequently asked questions

Why are legacy EDI systems becoming a risk for businesses?: Legacy EDI systems were built for a different era and are increasingly exposed to rising costs, added complexity and the risk of disruption as vendors change their infrastructure and support. Businesses relying on outdated systems can face service changes, such as platform discontinuations, that force an unplanned review of how they exchange data with trading partners.
What can businesses learn from the SAP Hana discontinuation?: The SAP Hana discontinuation is used in the report as a real world example of how a single infrastructure change can disrupt long standing EDI setups. It shows why businesses benefit from reviewing their EDI strategy proactively, rather than waiting for a vendor decision to force a reactive migration.
How can businesses future-proof their EDI integration strategy?: Future-proofing EDI means moving away from legacy providers and rigid infrastructure towards more agile, scalable solutions that can adapt as trading requirements change. This includes reviewing current setup, understanding where legacy systems create risk, and planning an integration strategy that can flex with the business over time.
Who should download the Future of EDI report?: The report is useful for any business reviewing its existing EDI setup or exploring a future proof integration strategy. It offers practical insights to help teams overcome the limitations of legacy systems, improve supply chain resilience and get more value from their data when making technology decisions.

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