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A twelve-part series on accounts payable: what it is, where manual processing breaks down, what it actually costs, the return automation delivers, why ERP integration decides the outcome, and how Stream puts it together.
Parts 1-7 of 12
Each post takes one piece of the AP operation and looks at what has to change for automation to hold.
Part 1 of 12
▶ VideoWelcome to the first post in our 12-part series on invoice automation! In this introductory article, we'll break down the concept of Accounts Payable (AP) in simple terms that everyone can understand, even if…
Read part 1 →Part 2 of 12
▶ VideoWelcome back to our invoice automation series! In the previous post, we introduced the concept of invoice automation and its benefits. Today, we'll dive deeper into the world of Accounts Payable (AP) invoices…
Read part 2 →Part 3 of 12
▶ VideoIn the previous post of our invoice automation series, we delved into the common challenges companies face when processing Accounts Payable (AP) invoices manually. From the burden of paper-based processes to…
Read part 3 →Part 4 of 12
▶ VideoIn our previous post, we explored the various methods companies use to manage their Accounts Payable (AP) processes without automation. From paper-based processes to spreadsheets and email, these manual…
Read part 4 →Part 5 of 12
▶ VideoIn our previous post, we delved into the high costs associated with manual Accounts Payable (AP) invoice processing and how automation can be a game-changer for businesses looking to optimize their AP…
Read part 5 →Part 6 of 12
▶ VideoIn our previous post, we delved into the Return on Investment (ROI) of implementing an automated AP solution and uncovered the tangible advantages it brings to organizations. Building upon that foundation,…
Read part 6 →Part 7 of 12
▶ VideoIn our previous posts, we've explored the challenges faced by Accounts Payable departments, the benefits of automation, and the key features to look for in an invoice automation solution. Now, as we move…
Read part 7 →Guides
Longer-form guidance on mapping the workflow, assessing readiness, and validating the integration before implementation begins.
AP operations
A practical framework for mapping intake, coding, matching, approvals, exceptions, and ERP posting before automating the work.
Read guide →Transformation
Use process, data, controls, ownership, and integration boundaries to determine where automation can create the fastest operational value.
Read guide →Integrations
The entities, records, custom fields, approvals, posting controls, security, and exception paths to validate before implementation.
Read guide →Next step
Bring representative invoices, an approval challenge, and your ERP context, and we will walk through what Stream would change first.
