SoftCo AP Automation vs. Cherrywork Accounts Payable Automation

SoftCo Accounts Payable Automation processes all PO and non-PO supplier invoices electronically from AI-powered capture and AI Matching through to invoice approval and query management. Built for complex, high-volume environments, SoftCoAP delivers market-leading touchless automation by embedding AI across matching, coding, routing, and exception handling to minimize manual intervention. Finance teams achieve up to 89% reduction in processing costs, faster cycle times, and stronger operational control without adding headcount. A built-in, context-aware AI Assistant supports AP users directly in the workflow by explaining exceptions, answering natural language questions, and guiding next actions, reducing back-and-forth while maintaining full auditability and compliance. SoftCoAP supports recurring invoices such as rent, utilities, and subscriptions, automatically matching and routing them for approval without the need for supporting POs or GRNs. Automated approval workflows ensure invoices reach the right approvers, with reminders and escalation reducing delays. Approvals can be completed via email or mobile, enabling faster decision-making for distributed finance teams. Advanced analytics provide real-time visibility into invoice volumes, exception trends, approval bottlenecks, and performance metrics, helping finance leaders continuously optimize operations and protect cash flow. SoftCo is a global organization with operations across the USA, Ireland, the UK, and the Nordics. SoftCo is SOC 1 and SOC 2 audited and ISO 27001 and SAHKE2 certified, supporting secure and compliant AP automation. More than one million business users worldwide rely on SoftCo solutions across all industry sectors, including organizations such as SunnyD, the Finnish Government, Primark, Patagonia, and PwC, to run accounts payable with confidence at scale.

A new integrated cloud platform has been launched, designed to efficiently capture invoices regardless of their formats or the channels through which they are received. This innovative system guarantees that all invoices are processed electronically, facilitating faster and more accurate management. Suppliers can conveniently submit their invoices via a specialized Portal, enhancing the submission process. Additionally, the platform features comprehensive dashboards and reports that provide real-time visibility into billing operations, enabling users to monitor invoice status and analyze cash flow, all within a centralized interface that tracks essential performance indicators. Users benefit from the option to tailor features, allowing them to choose specific data to view and track according to their needs. Utilizing a sophisticated fuzzy logic algorithm, the platform ensures precise matching of invoice line items to Purchase Orders and Goods Receipts. Its advanced deep-learning capabilities also allow the system to independently adapt to and recognize a variety of invoice formats. Invoices that are successfully matched with Purchase Orders and Goods Receipts are automatically recorded within the SAP environment, streamlining the entry process. Furthermore, the application is equipped with integrated connectors that facilitate seamless integration with existing SAP systems, promoting efficient operations. This suite of features is designed not only to optimize financial workflows but also to significantly improve the overall effectiveness of invoice management, ultimately benefiting organizations in their financial practices.