Commport VAN (or Value Added Network) is a central platform that facilitates electronic data interchange between businesses. It is an intermediary that enables secure and efficient communication through standardizing data formats. VANs provide value by providing services like data translation, mapping and integration to streamline the exchange process. They provide data security and compliance with industry standard, as well as monitoring and tracking capabilities. VAN solutions improve business efficiency by enabling seamless communication across supply chains and trading partner.