Houston, TX -- (BUSINESS WIRE)-- September 20, 2004 -- CovalentWorks today announced the availability of web-based EDI service with all large US retailers. US "big-box" retailers now require their suppliers to have EDI capability as a condition for doing business. The web-based EDI service enables small and mid-sized businesses to easily exchange EDI transactions with their retail customers.

CovalentWorks provides it clients with easy-to-use web forms that are accessed via the internet and email. The solution enables suppliers to receive and send EDI documents without having to re-key information by automatically creating Advance Ship Notices and Invoices from Purchase Orders. Bar Code label numbers for shipments are supported as well.

CovalentWorks takes care of facilitating the timely delivery of transactions in 100% compliance with each retailer's unique requirements. Suppliers can exchange EDI transactions with large companies such as Autozone, Bed Bath and Beyond, Belk, Carson Pirie Scott, Cinmar Frontgate, Circuit City, Costco, Do-It-Best Hardware, Hecht's, Home Depot, Lowes, Office Depot, Parisian, Target, Toys R Us, Saks Fifth Avenue, Sam&339's Club, Sport Authority, Staples, and Wal-Mart.

"CovalentWorks manages all of the headaches associated with EDI, making it easy for suppliers to be in compliance with each retail customers' EDI mandates," said Steve Brewer, President and CEO of CovalentWorks." Clients have more time to focus on growing their business because they do not have to install any software, buy hardware or have any EDI expertise in-house."

CovalentWorks provides Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) solutions for small and mid-sized businesses that are looking for a cost-effective EDI implementation. Now in its fifth year of operation, CovalentWorks has earned its position as an industry leader through commitment to personalized customer service, an EDI system that has been tested and retested for reliability, security and easy of use, and affordable solutions delivered over the internet. No software, hardware or additional personnel are required. Clients only need internet access and email.