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Dresden, Germany
CEO: Marcus Ehrenburg

ISO 9001 Certified - ICG Quality Management System Certification
EFRE ESF - EU and Free State of Saxony funding

What Is PEDIF? PDF-to-EDI & E-Invoice Automation | PEDIF

PEDIF connects recurring PDF and email intake with structured data, validation rules, review paths and configured handoff.

Existing ERP and EDI workflows can remain in place. PEDIF complements document-based gaps for a clearly defined document, layout and target-workflow scope.

Why Traditional PDF Processing Has Its Limits

Manual data entry, varying layouts, and unclear exceptions slow down many document processes. PEDIF provides a controlled path from the PDF file to structured data.

The Effort Involved in Manual Data Entry

Current Reality

TTime-consuming and error-prone data capture with limited resources

Targeted Automation of Recurring Workflows

Approved layouts can be processed in a structured manner. Unclear or deviating cases remain visible and can be checked in a controlled manner.

Variable Results with OCR and AI

Current Reality

OCR- and AI-based systems can produce different results even with identical layouts.

Controlled Recognition of Known Layouts

Known layouts always lead to defined results; changes and unknown cases are handled separately.

Changes require clear control

Current Reality

Even minor layout changes can affect existing rules and lead to incorrect or incomplete results.

Versioned rules instead of unnoticed deviations

Fingerprints, validation rules, and target outputs are maintained, checked, and re-approved as needed.

Why PEDIF?

Current Reality

Existing systems expect structured, reliable data. However, incoming PDFs often do not fit directly into these processes.

Controlled Transfer to Existing Systems

PEDIF complements existing ERP, EDI, DMS, or API processes by capturing, validating, and transferring recurring documents in a structured manner.

How Fingerprint Works

A fingerprint assigns a recurring layout to a defined workflow. Fields, rules, target output and exceptions are configured and tested during onboarding.

Input a PDF document

Examples for the defined document type, recurring layouts and relevant exceptions

Recognize the document layout

with advanced pattern detection

Capture agreed fields

like dates, amount and numbers

Check and hand off
the target output

Ready for your systems

Explore the21 Document TypesPEDIF can automate

Invoices, purchase orders, delivery notes, order confirmations and other document types can be assessed with their own scope.

Why PEDIF Matters

PEDIF vs IDP vs EDI Comparison

IDP / OCR

Setup Time
Takes days–weeks
Learning Curve
Requires ML training
Document Format Support
PDF, image, Office docs (OCR-dependent)
Field Context Sensitivity
Limited to extraction of models
Cloud Readiness
On-prem or hosted
Integration Approach
CSV/API push
Security & GDPR Compliance
Encrypted
Latency / Real-Time Capability
Batch-based
Adaptability to Change
Requires AI model retraining or new rules
Total Cost Predictability
Priced per page/token + add-ons
IT Team Dependency
Heavy IT involvement during rollout
Error Handling
Needs retraining or correction workflows

PEDIF

Setup Time
Days with guided configuration
Learning Curve
Very low - no ML training needed
Document Format Support
PDF, XML, email, scanned docs, 21 different hybrid types
Field Context Sensitivity
Uses Rules to fill blanks and correct field inconsistencies
Cloud Readiness
Cloud or On-Premises
Integration Approach
REST API / webhook-ready
Security & GDPR Compliance
Built-in encryption
Latency / Real-Time Capability
Real-time processing
Adaptability to Change
Fingerprint re-maps layout
Total Cost Predictability
Transaction and Fingerprint Packages
IT Team Dependency
Minimal
Error Handling
Auto-fallback with review layer optional

Traditional EDI

Setup Time
Takes days–weeks
Learning Curve
Individual Project
Document Format Support
Structured EDI formats only (X12, EDIFACT...)
Field Context Sensitivity
Must be strictly defined
Cloud Readiness
On-prem or hybrid
Integration Approach
CSV/API push
Security & GDPR Compliance
Encrypted
Latency / Real-Time Capability
Batch-based
Adaptability to Change
Requires adjustment in the project
Total Cost Predictability
Fixed fees
IT Team Dependency
Requires EDI techs + partner support
Error Handling
Errors cause rejections

Benefits That Set PEDIF Apart

Experience the power of intelligent document processing with real-world benefits

Instant Processing

Real-time PDF to structured data conversion. Process documents in seconds, not hours. No waiting for batch processing or manual review.

99%+ Accuracy

Precision extraction with fingerprint technology. Our AI-powered fingerprint ensures near-perfect accuracy without constant retraining.

Compliance Ready

Built-in XRechnung, ZUGFeRD, PEPPOL support. Automatically generate compliant e-documents that meet all regulatory requirements.

Zero Training

No setup, no templates, no model training required. Start processing documents immediately. PEDIF learns your document layouts automatically.

Scalable Solution

From 100 to 100,000 documents per month. Grows with your business needs. Pay only for what you process.

API Integration

Seamless integration with existing systems. Connect PEDIF to your ERP, CRM, or any business system via our robust API.

Ready to Transform Your Document Processing?

See how PEDIF can eliminate manual work and boost accuracy in your organization

Before vs After PEDIF

See the transformation in your document processing workflow

Before PEDIF

  • Traditional document processing challenges
  • Time-Consuming : 5-10 minutes per document, manual data entry
  • Resource Heavy : Multiple staff members needed for processing
  • Error-Prone : Human errors, inconsistent data quality

After PEDIF

  • Intelligent, automated document processing
  • Lightning Fast : 30 seconds per document, fully automated
  • Minimal Resources : Staff focus on high-value tasks
  • 99%+ Accuracy : Consistent, reliable data extraction

Simple Onboarding Process with PEDIF

Signup

Get access to our personal account

Document Upload

Add 8 sample documents to PEDIF

Testing

Review results and validate the output

Go Live

Receive / Send documents fully automated

Security & Compliance

Enterprise-grade security with built-in compliance

XRechnung Certified

Fully compliant with German e-invoicing standards

ZUGFeRD Compatible

Supports structured data exchange format

PEPPOL Ready

European e-procurement network integration

GDPR Compliant

Built-in data protection and privacy controls

Audit Ready

Complete audit trails and compliance reporting

Enterprise Security

Bank-level encryption and security protocols

Regulatory Compliance

Meets all EU e-invoicing requirements

Data Protection

GDPR compliant with data residency options

ISO 27001 Ready

Aligned with international security standards.

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