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Zahara's cloud-based solution streamlines budget management and supplier interactions while facilitating multi-tier purchase and delivery approvals, as well as invoice reconciliation. The platform integrates flawlessly with leading accounting software like QuickBooks Online and Xero, offering growing SMEs enhanced visibility and centralized oversight of their procurement activities. Zahara is designed to regulate spending within a business by automating the entire purchasing process, from the initial request through to vendor purchase order issuance. Additionally, it manages the receipt of deliveries and ensures that vendor invoices are accurately matched and processed before being forwarded to the finance department. With Zahara, organizations can achieve greater control over their expenditures while significantly accelerating their processing times, ultimately leading to more efficient operations. This comprehensive approach to purchase management not only simplifies the workflow but also empowers teams to make informed financial decisions.

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.

Quadient AP Automation by Beanworks enhances the efficiency of accounting teams by streamlining the entire accounts payable process, from the initial purchase to the final payment. The system automatically codes invoices, sends them to your accounting software for approval, and ensures they are synchronized seamlessly. Once the invoices receive approval, they are automatically matched with payments, which helps to prevent duplicate entries and guarantees timely payments to vendors. This integration allows you to consolidate AP data, invoice images, and generate comprehensive reports for a clearer overview of outstanding liabilities across various locations and legal entities. Quadient AP Automation by Beanworks provides significant benefits for accounting departments, including: -Enhanced control over accounts payable -Improved visibility throughout the payable process -Reduction of paper usage and the need for filing cabinets -Facilitated invoice retrieval and increased accountability -The ability to access and approve invoices from any device, ensuring flexibility Moreover, Quadient AP Automation by Beanworks is compatible with leading accounting software such as Intacct, Sage 100, Sage 300, Sage 50 for both Canada and the US, NetSuite, Rent Manager, and numerous others, making it a versatile choice for diverse business needs. This adaptability further positions your team to navigate the complexities of modern financial management with ease.