A smooth, efficient accounts payable process ensures timely vendor payments, maintains good relationships, and contributes to a healthy bottom line. However, a sluggish or error-prone AP department can lead to late payment penalties, strained vendor relationships, and wasted resources. So, how do you improve accounts payable performance and optimize processes? Let’s explore some key strategies. […]
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Accounts Payable (AP) automation has revolutionized the way businesses manage their financial operations. By streamlining processes and reducing manual tasks, AP automation can significantly improve efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness. To maximize the benefits, following accounts payable automation best practices is essential. Here are 7 key best practices to consider: Centralized Data Management Robust Workflow Design […]
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Fraud in the accounts payable (AP) department can have a significant negative impact on a business. It can lead to financial losses, damage to reputation, and legal consequences. To protect your company from such risks, it’s essential to learn how to prevent fraud in your AP department and to implement robust fraud prevention measures. Why […]
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Debunking AP Myths to Improve Your AP Systems Despite advancements in technology and changes in best practice, there are several misconceptions in the world of accounts payable that persist. These common accounts payable myths can hinder efficiency, lead to errors, and even impact the bottom line of businesses. Let’s debunk four prevalent myths in the […]
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Procurement processes are the backbone of any organization’s operations, ensuring that goods and services are acquired efficiently and effectively. Two common methods of procurement are Purchase Order (PO) and Non-Purchase Order (Non-PO) systems. Each method has its own set of advantages and disadvantages, which can significantly impact a company’s bottom line and overall efficiency. In this blog, we’ll delve into the pros and cons of both PO and Non-PO procurement to help businesses make informed decisions about which approach best suits their needs.
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All workflow solutions are not created equal. Rules-based workflows and ad hoc workflows represent two different approaches to managing processes within an organization. Understanding the goals of the business process(es) that need a workflow solution is key to making a good decision. In this blog we will address some of the high-level features and functions […]
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Traditionally, constructing and delivering vendor packets involved a manual, time-consuming process. This often included gathering various documents, such as contracts, certificates, and contact information, and then assembling them into a comprehensive packet.
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Automating back-office processes can deliver big savings! Back-office automation in convenience stores and travel stops can offer numerous significant benefits including enhancing overall operational efficiency, customer service, and profitability. Here are some key advantages available by including automation in C-stores & travel stops: Inventory Management: Point of Sale (POS) Efficiency: Order and Supplier Management: Vendor […]
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A vendor portal, or supplier portal, is a web-based platform that facilitates communication, collaboration and transactions between a company and its suppliers or vendors. The features and benefits of a vendor portal are many and varied and depend on specific needs and functionalities.
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In the dynamic landscape of business operations, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into rules-based workflows has emerged as a game-changer. AI-assisted rules-based workflows bring a new level of efficiency, accuracy, and adaptability to various processes, including those in the financial back-office.
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