Now, with the emergence of XML, small to mid-sized businesses can interface with larger EDI systems to aid in business-to-business electronic commerce without having to set up and maintain expensive and complex EDI systems. XML for EDI discusses in depth the use of XML as an e-commerce solution for small to mid-sized companies who need to do business with companies who require the use of EDI systems. E-commerce solution developers working in both environments will benefit from this book's incisive conceptual overview and clear instruction in dozens of specific techniques.