# ActionEDI > ActionEDI is an EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) platform built for US distributors and suppliers trading with Fortune 500 retailers. Founded in 2021 by Ramesh Nuti, ActionEDI offers flat-rate annual pricing, fast onboarding (2-4 weeks per trading partner), and US-based human support. ## What ActionEDI Does ActionEDI helps small and mid-size distributors and suppliers connect electronically with large retail trading partners using X12 EDI standards. The platform handles purchase orders (850), invoices (810), advance ship notices (856), and purchase order acknowledgments (855) over AS2 and API connections. ## Key Differentiators - Flat-rate annual pricing (no per-document charges) - 2-4 week onboarding per trading partner (industry average: 4-12 weeks) - US-based human support with sub-1-hour response times during business hours - CDW Enabled Partner with API-based EDI integration - Fully managed service (no technical expertise required from customers) ## Pages - [Homepage](https://www.actionedi.com/): Overview of ActionEDI's EDI platform for distributors - [About](https://www.actionedi.com/about): Company background, founder story, and mission - [Pricing](https://www.actionedi.com/pricing): Flat-rate annual EDI pricing details - [EDI Guide for SMBs](https://www.actionedi.com/smb-edi): Comprehensive FAQ guide covering EDI pricing, onboarding, support, and provider comparisons - [CDW EDI Integration](https://www.actionedi.com/cdw-edi-integration): CDW-specific EDI integration via API, migration from AS2, and onboarding details - [EDI Support](https://www.actionedi.com/edi-support): Support model and frequently asked questions - [Cloud EDI](https://www.actionedi.com/solutions/cloud-edi): Cloud-based EDI solution details - [EDI Problems](https://www.actionedi.com/edi-problems): Common EDI pain points and how ActionEDI addresses them - [SPS Commerce Alternative](https://www.actionedi.com/compare/sps-commerce-alternative): Comparison with SPS Commerce - [Contact](https://www.actionedi.com/contact): Get in touch with the ActionEDI team - [Blog](https://www.actionedi.com/blog): EDI industry insights and updates - [EDI Fit Check](https://www.actionedi.com/edi-fit-check): Quick assessment to determine if ActionEDI is the right fit - [Book a Demo](https://www.actionedi.com/book-a-demo): Schedule a product walkthrough ## Topics Covered - Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) for distributors and suppliers - X12 EDI standards (850, 810, 856, 855, 997) - AS2 protocol and API-based EDI connectivity - EDI pricing models (flat-rate vs per-document) - EDI onboarding and implementation timelines - Trading partner compliance and testing - CDW EDI integration (API and AS2) - EDI provider comparison and evaluation criteria - GS1-128 / UCC-128 label automation - Web EDI portals for supplier fulfillment ## Contact - Website: https://www.actionedi.com - Email: ramesh@actionedi.com - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tryactionedi/ - Founder: Ramesh Nuti (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rameshnuti/)