Shopify EDI Integration
Handle wholesale EDI orders alongside your Shopify store
Quick Answer
Shopify (Shopify) requires third-party tooling for EDI order processing. OrderSync connects via direct API to sync EDI, PDF, and email orders as Shopify sales records automatically. Most Shopify integrations go live in 2 to 4 weeks.
Shopify powers millions of online stores and has expanded into B2B with Shopify Plus and Shopify B2B features. But even with these additions, Shopify has no native EDI support. Brands growing into retail distribution need to process EDI purchase orders from retailers while continuing to manage their Shopify DTC channel.
Who Uses Shopify?
EDI Challenges for Shopify Users
Shopify users face specific challenges when they need to process EDI orders from retail trading partners:
Common Pain Points
- Shopify has no native EDI support, even on Plus
- Shopify B2B features don't cover EDI compliance requirements
- Retail partners require formal EDI (850, 856, 810) that Shopify can't generate
- Separate systems for DTC (Shopify) and wholesale (manual/email) orders
- Growing into retail means EDI compliance on a timeline Shopify can't meet alone
How OrderSync Integrates with Shopify
Shopify Admin API and GraphQL integration. Wholesale orders sync as Shopify draft orders or directly to fulfillment workflows. Product matching against Shopify product and variant records.
Supported EDI Transactions
OrderSync processes the following ASC X12 transaction types and syncs them directly to Shopify:
Why Shopify Users Choose OrderSync
- EDI orders from retailers process through the same pipeline as Shopify DTC orders
- Product matching against Shopify variants and SKUs
- Generates outbound EDI documents (856, 810, 997) from Shopify fulfillment data
- Complements Shopify B2B without replacing your existing setup
- No separate system to manage for wholesale order processing
Shopify + OrderSync vs Traditional EDI
| Capability | OrderSync + Shopify | Traditional EDI Middleware |
|---|---|---|
| EDI Processing | Built-in, no separate translator | Requires EDI translator + VAN |
| PDF/Email Orders | AI-powered extraction | Not supported (EDI only) |
| Pricing Model | Flat monthly + per-order pricing | Per-document + VAN + monthly minimum |
| Implementation Time | 2-4 weeks | 2-6 months |
| Order Validation | Automatic against Shopify data | Limited or manual |
Getting Started with Shopify + OrderSync
Shopify by Industry
Shopify is commonly used in these industries. See how EDI works for each:
Common Challenges for Shopify Users
How OrderSync Compares
See detailed comparisons with the EDI providers Shopify users typically evaluate:
Test Your EDI Documents
Upload and visualize your own EDI files with our free inspector. Check for compliance issues before sending to trading partners.
Open EDI InspectorRelated Resources
Connect Shopify to OrderSync
Process EDI, PDF, and email orders directly into Shopify. No VAN middleware. Implementation in weeks, not months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this for Shopify Plus B2B only?
No. It works with any Shopify plan. For Shopify Plus B2B features (company accounts, catalogs), OrderSync integrates with those natively. For standard Shopify, it creates standard orders.
How does this differ from a Shopify B2B app?
Shopify B2B apps give your customers a portal to place orders themselves. OrderSync handles orders that arrive outside Shopify (EDI files, emailed PDFs, phone orders) and puts them into Shopify automatically.
Can it handle EDI for Shopify stores?
Yes. This is the primary use case. If a retailer requires your Shopify-based brand to be EDI-compliant, OrderSync handles the EDI connection and feeds orders into your Shopify store.