SoftCo AP Automation vs. Ocerra

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.

Ocerra's AP Automation Software streamlines the process of invoice data entry, enabling businesses to cut expenses and enhance visibility within their accounts payable operations. 1) Ocerra efficiently gathers AP invoices from your email inbox and extracts essential invoice information automatically. 2) The processed invoices are organized in your digital cabinet, ready to be exported to your financial system or approved as needed. 3) With Ocerra, you can establish approval workflows to ensure that invoices are directed to the appropriate individual before exporting. Exporting to your financial systems can be done easily, either with or without prior approval, using a simple button click. 4) Additionally, Ocerra retrieves payment information from your accounting system automatically, delivering precise insights into AP performance. Moreover, we offer assistance with tailored integrations for your ERP or financial systems to further enhance your operational efficiency.