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Paperless Processing

Paperless Process Analysis
TAPN provides objective, independent research and analysis on developing technologies and issues critical to paperless AP and the procure-to-pay cycle. Tap into the latest on:

P-cards
Purchasing cards have changed AP. If you are not using them, start here to eliminate a significant invoice processing volume; if you are using p-cards, find out about the latest technology enhancements that improve controls and expand the usefulness of p-cards.
EDI
The old workhorse for large organizations continues to get the job done for a significant portion of some companies' business transactions
ERP
ERP systems provide the modern framework for integration
Imaging and Workflow
Advancing technology notwithstanding, the majority of invoices are still paper. Character recognition, imaging and electronic workflow systems provide a critical bridge toward paperless processing.
e-Invoicing and e-Payables
EIPP and e-invoicing evolution and integration continue to take steps toward the goal of paperless payables.
XML
Much less expensive and easier than EDI, XML is making electronic transactions available to more companies, though the lack of standardization is a hindrance.
Procure-to-Pay
Technology and organizational trends are moving purchasing and accounts payable toward coordinated, integrated approach.

Daily Accounts Payable News from over 3,500 publications
Technology is advancing rapidly. Tech companies are evolving, merging, and announcing advances almost daily. TAPN searches a database of articles from nearly 4,000 newspapers, magazines, newsletters and journals in order to bring you relevant news stories every day.

Vendor Directories
The Vendor Directories provide summary and contact information, and links to a host of technology providers.

The Forums
Find out what your peers are doing in the Forums.

Glossary
The TAPN Glossary contains nearly 100 AP and accounting terms and definitions, including those technology acronyms.

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