Accounts Payable Automation
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Read about the Accounts Payable Automation Paradox
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I used to think I was so clever. When I was in college the teacher asked me to explain to the class what a paradox was… I told the group that it was where you put two boats. Now I have passed these skills onto my oldest child (now 15) and his teachers are loving…
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Where does time comes from – 4 places to look in Accounts Payable Automation
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I could really start this article on a deep philosophical note by writing about “What is Time – What is real – Are we all really here man”. Just like college, but I don’t want to do that. After almost 30 years in corporate America I don’t think I can anymore. Definition For those of you…
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Why does everyone hate IT? 3 Things to think about.
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Well, maybe hate is a strong word. I like IT. On some level, I actually consider myself IT. I got my first computer in 1980, and it was a PET Computer. My mom got it when she took a computer class at the local college. The picture to the left doesn’t do it great justice, because it is missing…
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Where do invoices go when you automate?
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I used to have a standard set of jokes I told as a teenager. One of the jokes in my set was, “Where do bad grapes go when they die?” “They go to raisin hell”. I know you are laughing… well probably not… That joke is where I got the phrase for the topic of…
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Back to Basics – What is Automation?
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I am reminded that us automation nerds can’t get too far away from the general public. There are still a lot of people out there that don’t have any real good idea what Accounts Payable Automation is. A Little Cloudy When training people, I tell them they have to keep in mind that their first call with someone…
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8 Automated Workflows You’ll Kick Yourself for Not Using With AP Automation
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I never really understood the idea of “kicking” yourself. It doesn’t seem possible. So I did some research. Watch this: He claims to have set the one minute world record at 93 times… congratulation! This Frist Before I give you the 8 things that you’ll kick yourself for (8 is better than 93) I need…
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Why Self Scan Is Always a Bad Idea
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I have been known for creating headlines so it gets attention. This may be one of those moments, because there are times where scanning an invoice to Automate AP is a good idea. Always? I guess by putting “always” in the title can get me into trouble, so let me explain. Self scanning an invoice is…
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7 Simple But Critical Tips for Creating Better Approval Processes
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The older I get and the more intrenched in business the better I love process. That’s right… I just wrote that… I LOVE PROCESS. Please no one tell my kids about this one… I won’t hear the end of it. Process Vs. Process I am sure you are aware of this fact. There are good processes…
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15 Terrible Pieces of AP Automation Advice You Should Ignore
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Being the parent of four (with a teenager) I was somewhat hesitant to write an article about ignoring anything, however as an Accounts Payable Automator there are some things you shouldn’t listen to. 15 Pieces Hurry, time is running out. Don’t get hurried to make a decision… make a good one. Also, don’t delay when…
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You Scan VS They Scan with AP Automation – Pluses and Minuses
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I am not a big fan of “this” versus “that”. Normally when you are given an either or suggestion there is a lot more to consider. Not everything is as black and white as it may seem. There are plenty of shades of gray (wink). Black and White In the world of Accounts Payable Automation…