Secure data exchange
– made simple

Batch provides an affordable, scalable solution which simplifies B2B data exchange for both booksellers and suppliers

Why the book industry chooses Batch EDI and Batch Data Transfer tools

Batch bridges the gap between EDI and non-EDI partners; reducing manual work, errors and unnecessary cost

Our services securely handle invoices, credits, remittances, orders, order acknowledgements and returns, bibliographic data and more –  in any format  

Batch enables organisations across the book industry to:  

  • Automate document exchange with trading partners
  • Ensure data is delivered in the correct format, every time
  • Cut manual processing and reduce errors
  • Connect securely to stock and finance systems

 

Whether you’re a bookseller, publisher or supplier, we help ensure your data flows smoothly across the supply chain

Bespoke Solutions

Batch has proven experience in delivering bespoke solutions.  If you have a data communication challenge, contact us to discuss how Batch can provide a solution tailored to your requirements

Electronic Data Interchange – for Booksellers

If you are a UK, Irish or International bookseller using Batch Payments to pay your suppliers, Batch can further streamline and optimise the data within your business

With Batch:
Integrate with QuickBooks, Xero and Sage – to remove the burden of manual input of invoices and credits
Receive EDI data feeds into your Stock Control systems – to automate goods receipting and maintain stock levels
Place orders directly with UK and Irish suppliers and wholesalers

Bespoke Solutions:
If you have a challenge relating to the communication of data, Contact Us to see how Batch can help

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Why use EDI?

Save Time – Reduce manual data entry and duplication

Improve Accuracy – Minimise keying errors and reconciliation queries and reduce contact with Customer Service Teams

Increase Speed – Files are processed within seconds of being received

You’re in Control – Clear, structured data improves reporting and audit visibility

For many customers, EDI becomes a quiet but meaningful efficiency gain

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Batch’s systems are secure and reliable.  Security matters

Batch uses secure communication methods including:

  • SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol)
  • AS2 electronic trading platform
  • FTPS (Secure file transfer protocol)
  • Batch Mailbox (secure location for file exchange)

 

Our mailbox system provides full logging of connections, fast processing and easy investigation if issues arise

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File formats – we speak the industry’s language

Our formats are BIC and multi format complaint.  We also support simpler text formats for customers who require them.  So, if you’re working with spreadsheets, PDFs and emails or one of the following – Batch can help:

  • TRADACOMS, EDIFACT, EDItx, X12
  • PEPPOL format, JSON, EDItEUR, Flat files, iDOC (SAP), Delimited, and many others

If you’re unsure which format your system uses, Batch are here to advise and help

Our role is to remove complexity – not introduce it

Batch data translation and integration services have been designed solely for the book industry but not every system uses the same language

Batch provides a reliable and cost-effective data translation service, converting files from one format into the format required by your trading partner

Our services align to:

  • Industry-standard returns processes
  • Settlement structures via Batch Payments
  • BIC-aligned file formats
  • The need for independent bookshops and large publishers alike

We do more than transmit files. We support booksellers and suppliers with practical tools and a deep understanding of how the industry works

Do I need technical knowledge?

No – let Batch’s experience help. 

Our team supports customers through setup and testing and we provide connection details, documentation, guidance and training

The goal is simple:  secure, reliable automation that works

Ready to automate your data exchange?

Whether you are a bookseller looking to reduce manual input or a publisher seeking structured integration, Batch can help.

Click the Contact Us link below to set up a demonstration or to arrange to talk to a member of the team about the services available and how they can help you

Batch for fast, efficient
and secure supply chain.
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