The Missouri Electronic Data Distribution (MEAD) Trading Partner Profile is an online portal that allows trading partners to share data in a secure and compliant environment. The MEAD Trading Partner Profile provides users with the ability to send and receive electronic data interchange (EDI) documents, including purchase orders, invoices, and advance ship notices. It also allows users to securely exchange data with other MEAD Trading Partners. There are two types of MEAD Trading Partner Profiles: the Full Trading Partner Profile and the Basic Trading Partner Profile. The Full Trading Partner Profile is designed for larger organizations that have a need for a full-featured EDI solution. This profile allows users to send and receive EDI documents, manage trading partner relationships, and have access to extensive EDI reports. The Basic Trading Partner Profile is designed for smaller organizations that need a basic EDI solution. This profile allows users to send and receive EDI documents, manage trading partner relationships, and have access to basic EDI reports.