The NMMA's Marine Data Exchange (MDX) program recently launched a newly-updated website, marinedataexchange.com. The new site expands upon program information available on nmma.org and features helpful suggestions for entering into an electronic trading relationship, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), downloadable MDX data format specifications and more.

“MDX adopters are creating a growing e-commerce network,” says program manager John Warnik. “Any two or more companies that buy and sell from each other frequently should explore MDX.”

MDX is a cost-effective, electronic data interchange (EDI) solution used to trade formatted business documents. Developed by NMMA and the National Marine Distributors Association (NMDA), it facilitates the electronic receipt of purchase orders, order acknowledgements, ship notices and invoices.

The program is available to all marine industry accessory manufacturers, distributors, retailers and boatbuilders, regardless of size. The web-based version of MDX is designed to allow smaller companies with limited IT resources to leverage the benefits of e-commerce. MDX subscribers will receive a free company listing on the “trading partners” section of the new website, with links to their respective web page or product catalog. Future site enhancements include information about integration partners, quarterly MDX User Group meetings, testimonials and White Papers explaining the role of MDX in supply chain improvement.

To learn more about the MDX program, visit marinedataexchange.com, or contact MDX program manager John Warnik at (312) 946-6295; jwarnik@nmma.org.