------------ Release Update 26.03.17 DB Version 206 ---------- Updated: 03/17/2026

Automated EDI Processing

Streamline Your EDI Workflow -- We're excited to announce a powerful new automation feature that eliminates the manual effort previously required for EDI 855 Purchase Order Acknowledgment processing.

Use the following new settings on EDI Properties to specify your EDI Automation settings. 

Automated Batch Processing

• Automatically processes all configured EDI partners in a single operation
• Runs independently in the background - set it and forget it
• No more manual vendor-by-vendor processing

Intelligent Error Management

• Validates each EDI configuration before processing
• Continues processing even if one vendor encounters an issue
• Never lets one problem stop the entire workflow

Proactive Failure Notifications

• Email alerts sent automatically when issues occur
• Detailed error reports include vendor names, error types, and specific messages
• Summary statistics show total processed, successful, and failed transactions

Comprehensive Logging

• Every processing attempt is logged for audit purposes
• Complete transparency into system operations
• Easy troubleshooting with detailed diagnostic information

Benefits

• Save valuable time with one-click processing for all vendors
• Reduce risk of missed acknowledgments
• Immediate notification of any issues
• Guaranteed coverage of all configured EDI partners

Contact your system administrator to configure automated EDI processing for your organization.
 

IM+ Two Way Communication with IMRCHNT

The UpdateCustomerInfo API enables seamless synchronization of customer data between your IM+ software and the IMRCHNT database. When customer information changes in IM+, this endpoint updates the corresponding records in real-time, including contact details, addresses, phone numbers, and custom fields. The API supports partial updates, so only modified fields need to be transmitted, reducing bandwidth and processing overhead. Built-in validation ensures data integrity by verifying customer existence before committing changes, and transactional updates guarantee both core customer and address records stay synchronized even if network issues occur mid-process.

Improved SFTP Connections & Enhanced Security

We’re excited to announce an update to our SFTP integration! This release improves compatibility with modern SFTP servers, providing faster, more reliable connections and enhanced security. With this update, customers will experience smoother file transfers, support for the latest encryption standards, and a more stable connection even in high-traffic environments. No action is required on your part—just enjoy faster and more secure file handling.

Database Performance & Reliability Improvements

This update includes a set of targeted optimizations to the iMerchant database that improve speed and stability across all stores. New search indexes have been added to several high-traffic tables — including physical inventory, product details, purchase order receiving, and point-of-sale records — so that common lookups find data directly rather than scanning years of history. Stores that have already received these changes have seen dramatic improvements, with some processes like inventory posting dropping from hours to minutes. In addition, a fix has been applied to prevent a rare but impactful condition where simultaneous register activity could cause temporary table-level locks, which in some cases led to payment processor timeouts and soft voids at the register.