Is Your AP Process Fully Automated? Consider These 4 Telling Scenarios

A SAP Concur blog post notes that many accounts payable processes appear automated but still rely on faxes, scanned images, and manual steps. It describes four common scenarios: centralized vs. decentralized capture, semi-automated approval workflows, ERP module limitations, and insufficient payment optimization. True AP automation should be entirely paperless, with all invoices received electronically and all communication around approvals or matching issues in a single system. The article recommends assessing automation levels and considering specialized solutions.