DirectEDI, the new wave in computer technology for transmitting electronic
data directly at a low cost, eliminating the Traditional EDI that needs a
service bureau to collect and retransmit the electronic data at a
substantial cost.

                         DirectEDI
                            Vs
                       Traditional EDI

Traditional EDI has long been technology reserved for only the richest
companies. They have profited from the efficient use of national
standardization, instant electronic document transmission, minimal data
entry and paperless communication for purchase orders, invoices and other
documents.

With tradition EDI, paper documents are eliminated when the electronically
transmitted data is merged with a company's accounting or Manufacturing
Resource Planning (MRP) application. The benefits of this technology are
offset by the high initial installation cost, per character transmission
costs and setup charges for each customer relationship.

Small to medium sized companies find it difficult to work in this
environment because the initial cost of implementing EDI can be
substantial. All but the largest companies Touchstone has introduced
DirectEDI to address this problem. DirectEDI provides all the benefits of
the traditional EDI system at a substantially lower cost. Unlike
traditional EDI, DirectEDI does not require a service bureau that is
responsible for collecting and retransmitting the electronic data. By
eliminating the need for a service bureau, DirectEDI, removes the per
character cost resulting in major operational savings.

DirectEDI can be implemented at a lower cost because it uses simple fax
technology to allow PCs to make a direct transfer of electronic data in a
form that is standardized to your business needs. Touchstone is offering
DirectEDI modules that will provide integration of existing applications
for as low as $3000.

Who will Benefit from DirectEDI

Organizations of all sizes will benefit from the increased speed and
low-cost at which documents can be electronically processed. DirectEDI is
flexible and cost effective for companies new to EDI technology. Companies
who are presently using traditional EDI can expand their paperless data
connections to include business partners who have been locked-out by high
costs.

Touchstone has created DirectEDI modules for Manufacturing, Retail,
Finance, Government Agencies, Transportation, Warehousing, Insurance,
Healthcare, Education, Applications include, but are not limited to,
purchasing, order entry, mortgages, claims and benefits.

Touchstone Integration Information Solutions has been appointed distributor
and systems integrator for DirectEDI by IMAGE-X, Inc.

Touchstone Integration Information Solutions
5765 Thornwood Dr
Goleta, CA 93117
805-681-8266,  fax 805-683-8525
 
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