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Pre-built Zulily maps
Our library includes ready-to-use 850, 856, 810, and 846 mappings, cutting setup time from weeks to days.
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Optimize Zulily EDI Processing
Take control of Zulily EDI with Cogential IT LLC. We deliver world-class EDI compliance and powerful ERP integration, automating your E-commerce workflows to reduce costs and accelerate processing.
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Recent Transactions
850Target — PO Received2m ago
810Walmart — Invoice Sent8m ago
856Costco — ASN Pending14m ago
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SYSTEM READY
ZERO-CLICK DEFINITION
What is Zulily EDI?
Zulily EDI is the electronic data interchange framework required for suppliers to transact with Zulily’s e-commerce platform. It automates the exchange of purchase orders, shipment notices, and invoices, ensuring real-time inventory visibility and compliance with Zulily’s vendor guidelines. The architecture relies on AS2 communication for secure, batch-oriented document transfer, integrating tightly with fulfillment systems to maintain order accuracy and speed.
// Operational Focus
E-commerce fulfillment precision focus
Ensuring 850 purchase orders are accurately translated into fulfillment workflows without manual intervention.
Synchronizing 846 inventory updates with Zulily’s platform to prevent stockouts and overselling.
Maintaining AS2 connectivity for reliable, encrypted document exchange with Zulily’s servers.
CLOUD EDI PLATFORM
Zulily
EDI Integration
& Compliance
Ever since its 2009 debut in Seattle, Washington, Zulily transformed flash-sale retail, enforcing rapid drop-ship execution and strict electronic data discipline across its supplier network. Navigating fast inventory depletion, tight fulfillment windows, and unforgiving routing guides can easily lead to costly chargebacks without automated precision. Cogential IT eliminates onboarding bottlenecks with our fully-managed Cloud EDI Platform, seamlessly mapping complex datasets to secure your supplier rating under our Zero-Chargeback Guarantee.
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Automated Order Intake (EDI 850)Instantly ingest Zulily purchase orders straight into your ERP or warehouse management software without manual rekeying, slashing processing cycle times.
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Dynamic Inventory Synchronization (EDI 846)Broadcast real-time inventory counts via EDI 846 feeds to prevent overselling on flash events and safeguard your vendor performance metrics.
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Compliant ASNs & Shipping Verification (EDI 856)Generate perfectly serialized EDI 856 Advanced Shipping Notices alongside compliant GS1-128 barcode labels to guarantee seamless carrier intake.
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Accelerated Invoicing & Secure AS2 Transmission (EDI 810)Transmit encrypted invoices directly over certified AS2 communication channels to speed up payment reconciliation and reduce billing disputes.
1# POST /v1/transactions
2require "cogentailit"
3
4client = CogentailIT::Client.new(
5 api_key: ENV["COGENTAILIT_API_KEY"]
6)
7
8invoice = client.invoices.create({
9 interchange: {
10 sender_id: "COGENTAILIT",
11 receiver_id: "ACME_LOGISTICS",
12 usage: "PRODUCTION"
13 },
14 invoice: {
15 number: "INV-2024-0847",
16 date: "2024-06-14",
17 terms: "NET 30",
18 total: 12500.00
19 }
20})
21
22puts invoice.state
23# => "delivered to ACME_LOGISTICS"
sandbox · connected
201 Created
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ONE INTEGRATION · ENTIRE NETWORK
X12 · EDIFACT
Your ERP
one REST API
CogentailIT
cloud EDI platform
Warehousing
940 · Warehouse Order
Freight
204 · Load Tender
Fulfillment
856 · Ship Notice
Suppliers
850 · Purchase Order
Retailers
850 · Purchase Order
[ SYSTEM_DIAGNOSTIC ]
Where Zulily EDI compliance usually gets stuck?
Most Zulily compliance failures stem from disconnected inventory data and delayed ASN transmissions.
Are your 846 inventory updates rejected for format errors?
Zulily requires strict adherence to its inventory feed specs; mismatched GTINs or timestamps trigger rejections.
Do late ASN transmissions lead to Zulily chargebacks?
Zulily’s fulfillment window is tight; ASNs must arrive before shipment to avoid non-compliance penalties.
Is manual purchase order entry slowing your fulfillment?
Manual keying of 850s into your ERP delays processing and increases risk of line-item errors.
The Cogential IT Edge
Why We Are the Ultimate EDI Compliance Provider for Zulily?
Cogential IT combines deep e-commerce EDI expertise with pre-built Zulily mappings, ensuring rapid onboarding and zero chargeback risk.
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AS2 connectivity experts
We configure and test AS2 channels with Zulily’s endpoints, ensuring certificate management and uninterrupted data flow.
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Inventory sync automation
Our integration automatically pushes 846 updates from your ERP to Zulily, preventing stock discrepancies and lost sales.
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Label and ASN alignment
We ensure barcode labels and packing slips match ASN data exactly, eliminating receiving errors at Zulily’s fulfillment centers.
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Chargeback prevention focus
Our validation engine checks every document against Zulily’s rules before transmission, proactively stopping compliance penalties and protecting margins.
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Multi-ERP integration support
We connect Zulily EDI to Shopify, BigCommerce, Cin7 Core, and more, syncing orders and inventory without manual re-entry.
Next Step
Deploy Custom EDI Setup ->
Ready to streamline your Zulily compliance?
Let our engineers handle the mapping layout while you focus on scaling your e-commerce business.
Zulily EDI DOCUMENT MATRIX
Key EDI documents for Zulily compliance
Review the core transaction sets that drive Zulily’s order-to-cash cycle.
850
01
Purchase Order
Initiates the fulfillment cycle; must be imported into your ERP to trigger picking and packing.
Workflow
→
856
02
Ship Notice/Manifest
Confirms shipment details to Zulily; must align with barcode labels and packing slips.
Workflow
→
810
03
Invoice
Triggers payment after shipment; must match the ASN and PO to avoid reconciliation delays.
Workflow
→
846
04
Inventory Inquiry/Advice
Provides real-time stock levels to Zulily, preventing overselling and ensuring replenishment.
Workflow
JSON PAYLOAD
0 ERRORS
1{
2 "interchange_header": {
3 "sender_id": "COGENTAILIT",
4 "receiver_id": "ACME",
5 "usage_indicator": "I1",
6 "control_version": "00402",
7 "control_number": "000001"
8 },
9 "invoice": {
10 "number": "INV-2024-0847",
11 "date": "2024-06-14",
12 "terms": "NET 30",
13 "total": 12500.00
14 }
15}
ERROR
I1 is not a valid input
Expected T (test) or P (production) at ISA15.
PROBLEMS · 0
partner guide: ACME v2.4
No problems yet — hit "Run test" to validate the payload.
VALIDATION ENGINE
Validate Zulily
EDI in Minutes
Zulily's high-velocity fulfillment timelines demand zero-defect transaction data before packages hit the loading dock. Cogential IT's proprietary real-time Validation Engine acts as an automated compliance firewall, inspecting every EDI segment against Zulily's specific routing rules and packing standards before outbound transmission. We catch mismatched SKU counts, timing flaws, and formatting errors instantly, ensuring 99.9% data accuracy and protecting your bottom line.
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Pre-Transmission Segment ValidationInspect mandatory header and line-item segments across 850, 856, 810, and 846 transactions to halt non-compliant files before they reach Zulily.
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GS1-128 & DSV Packing Slip GovernanceVerify package identifiers, carton-level packing data, and branded direct-to-consumer packing slip guidelines automatically on every order.
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Stock Depletion & Buffer RulesEnforce automated validation checks on inventory updates to guarantee stock accuracy across high-volume promotional runs.
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Proactive Error Diagnostics & Auto-AlertsReceive human-readable error alerts instantly if data anomalies occur, allowing non-technical teams to rectify issues before chargebacks materialize.
Connected EDI-to-ERP Integration Matrix
Connect Zulily EDI to your existing ERP systems
Cogential IT helps reduce manual re-entry by connecting Zulily EDI with the systems your team already uses.
Order → ASN → Invoice
Built for retail compliance
850
856
810
S
Shopify
Sync Zulily orders and inventory with your Shopify store automatically.
B
BigCommerce
Automate Zulily PO import and ASN export from BigCommerce.
S
Shopify Plus
Handle high-volume Zulily EDI flows within Shopify Plus workflows.
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Cin7 Core
Connect Zulily EDI to Cin7 Core for unified inventory and order management.
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Webgility
Integrate Zulily EDI with Webgility for automated accounting and fulfillment.
S
Sellercloud
Map Zulily documents into Sellercloud for omnichannel order control.
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ShipStation
Push Zulily ASN and label data directly into ShipStation shipping workflows.
L
Linnworks
Sync Zulily EDI transactions with Linnworks for centralized order processing.
COMPLIANCE AND ONBOARDING
Zulily
How we ensure seamless Zulily EDI compliance and onboarding
We follow a structured testing and validation process, aligning your data with Zulily’s exact specifications before go-live.
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Kickoff and spec review
We gather Zulily’s EDI guidelines and map them to your current ERP and fulfillment setup.
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Mapping and translation
Our team builds the data transformations for 850, 856, 810, and 846 documents.
03
AS2 connectivity setup
We configure your AS2 station, exchange certificates, and test connectivity with Zulily.
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Label and slip design
We create barcode labels and packing slips that meet Zulily’s format and data requirements.
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End-to-end testing
We run a full cycle with Zulily, sending test 856s and verifying acceptance and functional acknowledgment.
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Go-live and monitoring
After launch, we monitor transmissions and fine-tune mappings to maintain zero rejections.
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Ongoing compliance support
We provide continuous updates as Zulily evolves its EDI requirements, keeping you compliant.
Zulily EDI LAUNCH SUPPORT
Ready to simplify
EDI onboarding?
Cogential IT can help your team prepare Zulily EDI documents, labels, ERP integration, connectivity, testing, and go-live support — so compliance does not become a manual operations burden.
Supported:
850
856
810
855
READINESS PATH
Move from requirement review to monitored go-live
01
Review Requirements
EDI document and schedule requirements for Zulily
02
Connect Systems
ERP, warehouse, production, and finance data integration
03
Launch & Monitor
Test, launch, monitor, and fix document exceptions
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Free checklist
Get the Zulily EDI Compliance Checklist
Use this checklist to prepare your Zulily EDI workflow before onboarding.
Document readiness checks
ERP and system integration planning
Testing and go-live support checklist
Exception and acknowledgment monitoring
Zulily EDI Knowledge Base
Frequently Asked
Questions
Everything you need to know about trading with Zulily via EDI — from document requirements to compliance details.
DOCUMENT CONTROL
Every Zulily document, precisely routed
Schedule-driven EDI requires every document to land in the right system at the right time. Cogential IT guarantees seamless X12 integration with Zulily — from purchase orders to invoices, every transaction is validated, mapped, and delivered with precision.
850
Purchase Order
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810
Invoice
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856
Advance Ship Notice
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855
PO Acknowledgment
IN
997
Functional Ack
IN
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