Accounting and Finance Teams
are Under Pressure
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5 Common Barriers to Adoption and How to Overcome Them
“We’re already automated in our ERP”
It’s true, many ERP systems do have modules for entering bills and printing checks. But the reality is that the AP automation capabilities in many of these systems are very limited–and do little to eliminate the manual effort required.
Cost Concerns
Many executives underestimate the true cost of manual AP — including paper checks, delayed vendor payments, staff time spent on inquiries, and lost early-payment discounts — and don’t compare it against the relatively low cost of automation. AP automation quickly offsets these expenses, often paying for itself in a short time.
Integration Fears
Financial leaders often fear integration will add complexity or risk, but manual processes actually expose companies to more errors, fraud, and compliance failures. Modern AP automation reduces these risks through controlled, secure, and streamlined processes.
ROI Uncertainty
Without clear, tangible ROI, executives are unlikely to approve AP automation. The solution delivers significant value in time savings, cost reduction, fraud prevention, and improved reporting, and vendors can provide tailored ROI estimates.
Loss of Control
Leades may believe automation removes visibility and control over invoice processing, but it actually increases both. AP automation eliminates tedious work while enabling oversight, flexible process adjustments, and strategic use of AP staff.
The ROI Behind AP Automation
52%
saw gains in daily operating efficiency.
40%
absorbed a growing volume of invoices with the same-sized team.
28%
reallocated freed-up staff time to other crucial projects.
46%
reported faster, more timely
vendor payments.
The Tangible Benefits of AP Automation
Time and Cost Savings
Cut manual tasks like invoice capture, processing, PO matching, and approvals by up to 80% – freeing up time to focus on higher-value initiatives.
Error and Fraud Reduction
Secure digital payments, two-factor authentication, and separation of duties significantly reduces the risks associated with fraud.
Improved Vendor Relationships
Pay vendors faster and with fewer delays and hiccups. As a result, vendors have fewer payment-related questions, minimizing the number of inquiries that need to be followed up on.
Happier Employees
Hiring finance talent is harder than ever, making retention critical. AP automation frees staff from tedious tasks, supports work/life balance, and keeps teams engaged and committed.
Faster Month-End Close
Speed up audits and monthly closes by streamlining reconciliation and providing instant access to invoice histories, approval trails, and payment statuses.
Streamlined Cash FLow
Improve cash flow by optimizing payment timing and methods, giving finance teams precise control over when funds leave the account.
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