There are two options for loading invoices into Alma using vendor-provided data: via Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) files, or via the Alma API. Many vendors can provide EDI files, which can be used to load invoice data directly into Alma, bypassing the need for manual entry. Invoices created via API are an option for vendors unable to supply EDI files. To use API invoicing, the vendor must supply MARC records containing Embedded Order Data (EOD) to first generate orders in Alma.
For more information or to request one of these services, please visit the dataloads request page. Without automation, invoices can be created manually or from PO, or from an Excel file.
