| EDI | XML |
| EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) is a collection of standards, formats and file layout. | XML is an emerging standard designed to simplify Web-based E-Commerce transactions between computer application. |
| EDI enables highly secure document exchanges. | XML document typically needs to be encrypted to maintain security level. |
| EDI documents are sent via private and relatively expensive Value Added Networks (VANs). | XML documents are generally sent via the Internet. |
| EDI does not processes low transaction values. | XML processes relatively low transaction values. |
| EDI allows companies to exchange electronic documents quickly between their trading partners. | XML allows you to create custom tags to present your document in a structured format. |
