SoftCo AP Automation vs. Epicor ECM AP 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.

Effortlessly capture, route, approve, and integrate invoices with Epicor ECM AP Automation, enabling enhanced efficiency through real-time access on any device from any location. The innovative system captures text from scanned or photographed invoices while automatically recognizing matches within Kinetic or Prophet 21, the updated designations for Epicor ERP solutions. By taking a quick photo with your smartphone or uploading a scanned document, you can rapidly retrieve essential information from vendor invoices. Customize automated workflows to fit your accounts payable (AP) procedures utilizing a user-friendly graphical interface. Additionally, the solution guarantees adherence to records retention policies and protects documents from potential threats. Each image is marked with a timestamp, preserving file integrity and tracking access and activity history. Epicor ECM AP Automation seamlessly integrates with Kinetic and Prophet 21, boosting overall operational efficiency. The addition of email notifications and one-click approval features streamlines the approval process, fostering better supplier relationships and helping you secure advantageous terms. With this level of automation, visibility and control over the accounts payable process are significantly improved, leading to more informed and strategic decision-making. Hence, organizations can expect a transformative impact on their financial operations, paving the way for sustained growth and efficiency.