Chapter 1 Introduction

This chapter provides a basic introduction to the ASC X12 Protocol Manager and contains the following topics:

• About ASC X12 Protocol Manager

• References

About ASC X12 Protocol Manager

This document provides instructions and background information for all users of the Accredited Standards Committee (ASC) X12 protocol and ASC X12 PM. The purpose of this document is to help you with the following information:

• The nature and function of X12 and ASC X12 PM.

• The relationship of ASC X12 PM to other components of Java CAPS, including eXchange^TM Integrator and eGate^TM Integrator, as well as the appropriate eWay^TM Adapters.

• The ASC X12 PM components and editors and how to use them in your environment.

• How to use the X12 manager features employed by ASC X12 PM.

• Importing and implementing an ASC X12 PM sample Project scenario provided with the product.

References

For more information on the X12 protocol, see the following Web site:

• http://www.x12.org