Common errors in the process of electronic data interchange (EDI) Typical errors in the EDI processing can vary depending on the specific circumstances and systems involved. However, some common errors include: 1. Syntax Errors: These occur when EDI messages do not adhere to the required syntax or structure specified by the EDI standard (e.g., ASC X12, … Read More ..read more

Do It Best EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) Processing Conducting business in today’s economy is a continual challenge; reducing costs, increasing profits, staying competitive, and maximizing efficiencies are important business practices for Do it Best Corp. Electronic processing of business transactions is critical for both Do it Best Corp. and vendors submitting them. Supplier performance and support … Read More ..read more

Payment Disputes/Inquiries/Shortages Inquiries (Dollar General Vendors) Shortages Inquiries must be addressed timely. Inquiries will be addressed in the order they are received, regardless of how the documentation is delivered. Email is preferred however a maximum of 5 emails per day with one issue per email is allowed. The subject line of a dispute should include, … Read More ..read more

Dollar General Invoicing Procedures: Merchandise Shipped To Distribution Centers Core Purchases Dollar General requires vendors to comply with the invoicing guidelines set forth below to ensure timely and accurate payment. All core vendors and non-core vendors that receive purchase orders via the EDI 850 are required to transmit invoices via Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) using … Read More ..read more

Dollar General Shipping through an LTL carrier (Bills Of Lading requirements) If shipping through an LTL carrier, the vendor must ensure a copy of the packing list/original bill of lading is delivered to Dollar General. The vendor must provide one bill of lading per destination DC that references all purchase orders, SKU detail, and shipped … Read More ..read more

Dollar General Bills Of Lading And Packing Lists Preparation Dollar General requires the carrier or vendor to provide a legible bill of lading consigning a shipment to the proper Dollar General destination for each shipment. Complete and accurate bill of lading and packing list information is critical for productive and accurate receipt of product at … Read More ..read more

Dollar General Backhaul Process Guidelines When possible, Dollar General arranges pickup of FOB shipments via Dollar General trailers. Dollar General has fitted its trailer fleet with slider lift gates to support a more efficient store delivery process. These lift-gate trailers will also have E-Track devices installed inside the trailers, which should not interfere with loading. … Read More ..read more

Dollar General Unit Specifications (Pallet or multiple case assemblies) Containers with square footprints should be avoided. Packaging should be designed with dimension that will fit on a 48”(L) x 40”(W) pallet with no overhang and minimal under hang while providing a center of gravity and footprint size that will provide for a stable load for … Read More ..read more

Dollar General Vendor Packaging Requirements And Guidelines General Dollar General receives a wide variety of products which it then distributes in mixed formats to each of its stores. It is not possible to specify every possible circumstance. Therefore, DG are requesting that packaging be engineered to comply with ISTA Series 3 procedures as a universal standard. … Read More ..read more

Dollar General Gold System Purchase Order Guides New Core vendors in the process of implementing EDI with Dollar General will receive Purchase Orders via email in PDF format instead of paper copies mailed by a courier service. Vendors will acknowledge receipt of PO by responding with “Rec” in the subject line of the email within 48 … Read More ..read more