What is the purpose of an EDI and how does it relate to a value-added network (VAN)?

A.
Standardized electronic communication. A VAN provides the necessary level of security through VLANs.

B.
Standardized electronic communication. A VAN is a service bureau that provides this type of service.

C.
Technology that connects supplies and their customers. A VAN provides the authentication piece for the transactions.

D.
Technology that connects supplies and their customers. A VAN provides the payment gateway for the transactions.

Explanation:
Instead of using paper purchase orders, receipts, and forms, EDI is
the technology to provide all of this digitally. A value-added network (VAN) is when
a company pays another company (service bureau) to develop and maintain this EDI
infrastructure for them.