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IDEA is the industry-endorsed technology solutions provider. They know the challenges of companies large and small, because they were created for the industry by the industry. Since the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) and the National Association of Electrical Distributors (NAED) established IDEA in 1998, they’ve been servicing distributors and  manufacturers with product data syndication and EDI (electronic data interchange).

5 UNIQUE PRODUCT AND SERVICES TO SELECT FROM
 

  • IDEA Data Whispers℠

  • IDEA X-Check℠

  • IDEA Exchange℠

  • IDEA Managed Services℠

  • IDEA OrdrTrak℠

IDEA Data Whispers℠ - Transform Your Data Into Action

Introducing IDEA Data WhispersSM, a revolutionary program redefining data analytics for the PHCP and PCF industry. Built on decades of expertise, Data Whispers overcomes the hurdles of traditional data analytics, enabling your entire organization to harness analytics' full power without complexity. From sales representatives to executive leadership, Data Whispers integrates seamlessly into your business, offering unparalleled insights and creating a data-driven culture that drives success across all levels.
 

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IDEA X-Check℠ - Comprehensive Product Relationship Database

Description
 

IDEA X-CheckSM, sponsored by NAED, features cross-references, product relationships, and keywords. Boost sales, decrease lost revenue, save time, and increase average order values by offering alternative products around the clock with minimal upfront expense to your business. If your business is not utilizing up-selling and cross-selling, you are leaving money on the table. Amazon reports up to 35% of its total sales comes from product recommendations. IDEA X-Check improves online shopping experiences by displaying information relating to accessories, upgrades, and parts associated with a given product. With one-to-one cross references and more added daily, you can keep buyers engaged on your site and compete against online giants.

 

Features and Benefits

 

  • Tailored configurations for ERP & e-commerce system integration
  • Rapid deployment in days, not months
  • Intuitive staff training for easy data utilization
  • Affordable tier-based pricing, no significant upfront expenses
  • ROI optimization through up-selling & cross-selling opportunities
  • Simplified product searches & improved results with keyword implementation
  • Online customer experience improvements enabled by more robust data

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IDEA Exchange℠ - Flexible EDI Integration with Expert Support

IDEA Exchange is a complete EDI solution for manufacturers and distributors, powered by the electrical industry’s #1 VAN and an expert support team on call to solve technical problems or manage your entire EDI operation.
 

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IDEA Managed Services℠ - Premium, Managed, EDI Solutions for Your Unique Business

You don’t need to hire new staff or buy expensive software to automate document exchange. From temporary help with specific tasks to fully outsourced EDI management, IDEA'S EDI experts troubleshoot exceptions to find a resolution, ensure trading partner compliance with current regulations, and provide coverage when you need it most. When you outsource operations to an EDI managed services provider you trust, you eliminate compliance fines, EDI operational costs, overhead, and expensive searches for increasingly elusive EDI professionals. You’ll gain a partner with an in-depth understanding or your business, processing rules, and trading partner requirements as well as a primary contact to share daily reports and insights for ongoing optimization.
 

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IDEA OrdrTrak℠ - Central Hub for Order Tracking, Pricing, & Stock Status

IDEA OrdrTrak℠ is a centralized order tracking portal for the entire supply chain to receive status updates immediately without making time-consuming calls. In partnership with TradeTech Solutions and powered by IDEA Connector product data, this many-to-many connection service lets manufacturers, manufacturer representative, distributors, and contractors find accurate product and ordering information from a single location.
 

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