Getting Started with DBNA - US Open Exchange Network

Getting Started with DBNA

A concrete guide to successfully connect to the Digital Business Networks Alliance US Open Exchange Network for efficient B2B document exchange

DBNA transforms B2B payments in the United States

The Digital Business Networks Alliance (DBNA) is a non-profit organization that manages the US Open Exchange Network - a secure and efficient network for exchanging B2B eInvoices and documents between businesses in the United States.

DBNA eliminates the obstacles and inefficiencies of traditional invoicing methods by implementing a standardized 4-corner model similar to the European Peppol system, but specifically designed for the American market.

Connect once, communicate with everyone

The DBNA network enables businesses to connect through their service provider to all other businesses in the network, regardless of which service provider they use.

The 4 Steps to DBNA Connectivity

Every DBNA implementation journey follows the same proven process. Whether you are a small business or a large corporation, these steps will take you to full integration with the US Open Exchange Network:

1
Needs Analysis
Evaluate your current B2B document exchange processes and determine what benefits DBNA connectivity can offer your organization.
Clear overview of current processes and desired improvements
2
Service Provider Selection
Choose a DBNA-certified service provider that best aligns with your technical infrastructure and business requirements.
Partnership with suitable DBNA service provider
3
Technical Integration
Implement the connection to the DBNA network through your service provider, including system integrations and security configuration.
Active connection to US Open Exchange Network
4
Go-Live & Optimization
Start document exchange via DBNA, onboard trading partners and optimize processes for maximum efficiency.
Fully operational DBNA-enabled B2B processes

Which organizations is DBNA suitable for?

The DBNA network is designed for all types of organizations involved in B2B transactions in the United States:

US Businesses
Organizations that send or receive B2B invoices and want to benefit from automated, standardized document exchange
Service Providers
ERP vendors, accounting software companies and consultants who want to offer DBNA connectivity to their customers
Government Organizations
Government institutions that want to digitize their B2B processes and work more efficiently with suppliers
International Companies
Companies with US operations who want to expand their global digital business networks

Why choose DBNA?

The DBNA US Open Exchange Network offers significant advantages over traditional B2B document exchange:

Cost Reduction
Eliminate costs of printing, mailing and manual processing of invoices and other B2B documents
Increased Efficiency
Automate document exchange and reduce processing time from days to minutes
Enhanced Security
Benefit from enterprise-level security and compliance with US regulations
Interoperability
Communicate seamlessly with all parties in the network, regardless of their technical systems
Better Cash Management
Improve days-sales-outstanding (DSO) and gain real-time insight into payment flows
Future-Proof
Leverage open standards that scale with changing business requirements

What do you need for DBNA connectivity?

Before starting DBNA implementation, ensure you have these essential components:

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Valid Business Registration

US business registration or entity that has operations in the US

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Business System Integration

ERP, accounting software or document management system that can integrate

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Dedicated Project Owner

Person responsible for implementation and change management

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IT Support Access

Technical team that can implement and maintain integrations

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Business Case

Clear objectives and expectations for DBNA implementation

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Service Provider Partnership

Relationship with a DBNA-certified service provider for connectivity

Typical Implementation Timeline

Based on experience from DBNA members, a standard implementation looks like this:

Discovery & Planning
1-2 weeks
Assessment of current processes and service provider selection
Technical Setup
2-4 weeks
Implementation of connectivity and system integrations
Testing & Validation
1-2 weeks
End-to-end testing and user training
Production Rollout
1-3 weeks
Gradual rollout to all trading partners

Ready to start with DBNA?

Connect your organization to the growing network of companies benefiting from automated, secure B2B document exchange via the DBNA US Open Exchange Network.

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