1. [Home](https://www.g2.com/) 2. ... 3. [Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/electronic-data-interchange-edi) 4. [Elevate Discussions](https://www.g2.com/products/edi-support-llc-elevate/discuss) [ ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_ab64206f6dd492fb25030ac83f95d481/edi-support-llc-elevate.png "Product Avatar Image") ![Reward for good Elevate reviews](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/report_medal_translation/image/37399/medal.svg "Reward for good Elevate reviews") ](/products/edi-support-llc-elevate/reviews) [ Elevate ](/products/edi-support-llc-elevate/reviews) (10)5.0/5 Elevate is a fully managed, cloud-based EDI software for small and mid-sized businesses developed by EDI Support LLC. No annual contracts. Transparent pricing starting at $50/month and $750 one time setup fee for one trading partner. Human support with 2-hour response SLA. Whether you’re new to EDI or switching from providers like SPS Commerce, TrueCommerce, Crossfire or others, Elevate simplifies your journey. Designed for teams with and without in-house EDI experts, it delivers full-service capabilities, transparent pricing, fast onboarding, and responsive human support—backed by 100+ years of collective EDI experience. No long-term contracts. No hidden fees. Just modern, reliable EDI software that fits your business needs. Email us at sales@edisupportllc.com for a software demo. Show More * * * ### 100.0 Nps Score Already have Elevate? ### All Elevate Discussions Search Most CommentedMost HelpfulCommon QuestionsNewest All DiscussionsDiscussions with CommentsCommon QuestionsDiscussions without Comments FilterFilter Filter byExpand/Collapse Sort by Most Commented Most Helpful Common Questions Newest Filter by All Discussions Discussions with Comments Common Questions Discussions without Comments ![Jim G.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Jim G.") JG Loading... [Jim G.](https://www.g2.com/users/jim_gonzalez "Jim G.") • 2 months ago Posted by ElevateAlways By Your Side, Solving EDI Challenges Always By Your Side, Solving EDI Challenges Posted by Elevate More Options - [ # Can EDI speed up how fast I get paid? We're tired of waiting 30–45 days for broker payments. ](/discussions/can-edi-speed-up-how-fast-i-get-paid-we-re-tired-of-waiting-30-45-days-for-broker-payments) Yes — EDI invoicing (the EDI 210) typically accelerates payment because it eliminates the friction that causes delays. When you email a PDF invoice, it sits in someone's inbox, gets manually entered into the broker's system, and any discrepancy requires back-and-forth emails to resolve. That's... 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Or is it only for bigger carriers? ](/discussions/is-edi-worth-it-for-an-owner-operator-with-3-trucks-or-is-it-only-for-bigger-carriers) At 3 trucks, EDI is worth it if it helps you lock in consistent contract freight with that broker and it sounds like that's exactly what they're telling you. Moving from spot to contract freight means more predictable revenue, and if EDI is the key to getting preferred carrier status, the ROI is... 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Will I miss load tenders and lose business? ](/discussions/what-happens-if-my-edi-system-goes-down-will-i-miss-load-tenders-and-lose-business) Valid concern — EDI reliability directly affects your ability to receive and respond to load tenders. If your EDI system goes down, incoming 204s won't reach your TMS, your 990 responses won't go out, and brokers may reroute freight to other carriers. That's why choosing a provider with high... 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[![mail](/assets/social-logos/mail-d55c53b04bf49872e40cd2443b85a99caa23394e6cf154ae32a9d08377c15d86.svg "mail")](mailto:?subject=Elevate+Discussions+%7C+G2&body=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.g2.com%2Fproducts%2Fedi-support-llc-elevate%2Fdiscuss%0aAsk+Elevate+questions+and+get+answers+from+expert+users+in+our+Elevate+Discussions+section.) ![copy_link](/assets/social-logos/copy_link-05d8dc5dc8576fc78425ad34d07241b060878835e555a30417ff41c18335e575.svg "copy\_link") ![Jim G.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Jim G.") JG Loading... [Jim G.](https://www.g2.com/users/jim_gonzalez "Jim G.") • 2 months ago Posted by ElevateAlways By Your Side, Solving EDI Challenges Always By Your Side, Solving EDI Challenges Posted by Elevate More Options - [ # My TMS doesn't have EDI built in. Do I need a separate EDI provider, or should I switch to a TMS that includes it? ](/discussions/my-tms-doesn-t-have-edi-built-in-do-i-need-a-separate-edi-provider-or-should-i-switch-to-a-tms-that-includes-it) You don't need to replace your TMS. Adding a separate managed EDI provider is usually the faster, cheaper, and less disruptive path. Here's how it works: your EDI provider sits alongside your existing TMS and handles the electronic document exchange with your brokers and shippers. Load tenders... 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[![mail](/assets/social-logos/mail-d55c53b04bf49872e40cd2443b85a99caa23394e6cf154ae32a9d08377c15d86.svg "mail")](mailto:?subject=Elevate+Discussions+%7C+G2&body=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.g2.com%2Fproducts%2Fedi-support-llc-elevate%2Fdiscuss%0aAsk+Elevate+questions+and+get+answers+from+expert+users+in+our+Elevate+Discussions+section.) ![copy_link](/assets/social-logos/copy_link-05d8dc5dc8576fc78425ad34d07241b060878835e555a30417ff41c18335e575.svg "copy\_link") ![Jim G.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Jim G.") JG Loading... [Jim G.](https://www.g2.com/users/jim_gonzalez "Jim G.") • 2 months ago Posted by ElevateAlways By Your Side, Solving EDI Challenges Always By Your Side, Solving EDI Challenges Posted by Elevate More Options - [ # I need EDI to bid on contract freight — what's the fastest way to get set up? ](/discussions/i-need-edi-to-bid-on-contract-freight-what-s-the-fastest-way-to-get-set-up) Yes, if you move quickly. Most carrier EDI setups take 2–3 weeks with a managed provider. Here's the fast track: Week 1: Sign up with an EDI provider, provide your shipper's EDI requirements (connection method, document types, specifications). Your provider sets up connectivity and maps the... 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[![mail](/assets/social-logos/mail-d55c53b04bf49872e40cd2443b85a99caa23394e6cf154ae32a9d08377c15d86.svg "mail")](mailto:?subject=Elevate+Discussions+%7C+G2&body=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.g2.com%2Fproducts%2Fedi-support-llc-elevate%2Fdiscuss%0aAsk+Elevate+questions+and+get+answers+from+expert+users+in+our+Elevate+Discussions+section.) ![copy_link](/assets/social-logos/copy_link-05d8dc5dc8576fc78425ad34d07241b060878835e555a30417ff41c18335e575.svg "copy\_link") ![Jim G.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Jim G.") JG Loading... [Jim G.](https://www.g2.com/users/jim_gonzalez "Jim G.") • 2 months ago Posted by ElevateAlways By Your Side, Solving EDI Challenges Always By Your Side, Solving EDI Challenges Posted by Elevate More Options - [ # How much should a small freight brokerage expect to pay for EDI? We need to connect with shipper customers and carrier partners. ](/discussions/how-much-should-a-small-freight-brokerage-expect-to-pay-for-edi-we-need-to-connect-with-shipper-customers-and-carrier-partners) For a small brokerage, EDI costs depend on how many trading partners (shippers and carriers) you need to connect with and how many document types each requires. The challenge for brokers is that you sit in the middle, you receive EDI from shippers and exchange EDI with carriers, so you're... 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Which cheaper option would you prefer? ](/discussions/we-re-a-small-fleet-with-20-trucks-mostly-regional-we-need-edi-for-two-broker-customers-which-cheaper-option-would-you-prefer) We hear this constantly from small carriers. For a 20-truck carrier doing a couple of broker connections, the math often doesn't make sense. Here's what to look for in an affordable option: transparent per-partner pricing (not a bundled enterprise quote), no multi-year contracts, managed... 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I'm seeing quotes from $3000 to $5,000 just for setup. ](/discussions/how-much-does-edi-cost-for-a-small-trucking-company-i-m-seeing-quotes-from-3000-to-5-000-just-for-setup) The $3K–$5K range you're seeing is typical for legacy EDI providers and custom integrations and it's completely overkill for a 15-truck carrier. Those prices reflect mid to enterprise-grade implementations designed for mega-fleets, not small carriers getting started with a few broker... 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What do I do? ](/discussions/our-biggest-shipper-says-we-need-edi-or-they-ll-find-another-carrier-is-this-normal-what-do-i-do) This is how it works in reality. Major shippers and large brokerages are standardizing on EDI because it eliminates check calls, automates load tendering and invoicing, and gives them real-time visibility into their freight. Carriers without EDI capability are increasingly being excluded from... 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Who sends what to whom? ](/discussions/i-m-new-to-the-logistics-industry-and-trying-to-understand-how-edi-connects-all-the-parties-who-sends-what-to-whom) Great question. The transportation EDI flow involves multiple parties and documents. Here's how it typically works: Step 1: Load Tender — The shipper (or a 3PL/broker on their behalf) sends an EDI 204 (Motor Carrier Load Tender) to a carrier, offering a shipment for pickup. Step 2:... 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