B2B eProcurement

“The Rollins and Hilti EDI integration through the Ariba network allowed us to gain significant benefits across the procurement and billing processes. Our custom Hilti eCatalogue on Ariba makes it easy for us to browse Hilti’s product portfolio and gain price transparency prior to placing orders. Electronically submitting orders reduces errors and speeds up order processing. EDI order confirmations and advance ship notifications improve our tracking and provide supply chain visibility. Finally, EDI invoice transmitting dramatically reduces the workload for our Accounts Payable department by eliminating the need for manual processing, reducing reconciliations, saving on paper and helping speed up payment lead time.”

Barbara Peek, Manager of Supplier Relationships, Procurement Services, Rollins Inc.

“B2B communication is one of the key functions between Hilti and The Home Depot. The ability to submit and receive purchase orders through electronic data interchange eliminates the need for manual order entries, reduces errors, prevents lost POs, and speeds up the overall order processing time and accuracy. The advanced shipping notice alerts The Home Depot stores of the inbound shipment and reduces the number of phone calls made to Hilti regarding delivery details. Electronic invoicing eliminates the need for paper invoices and reduces the payment lead time to Hilti. Well-functioning EDI process results in significant efficiency improvements and cost reduction over time.”

Stan Dudka, associate merchant – Tool Rental, The Home Depot