As we step into 2025, the world of Accounts Payable (AP) is poised for a transformative year, driven by the accelerating forces of artificial intelligence (¡°AI¡±), advanced automation, and the growing recognition of AP¡¯s potential to deliver measurable operational and financial impact. Since the pandemic began, AP has emerged as a strategic cornerstone for businesses looking to streamline operations, enhance cash flow management, and bolster profitability. AI-powered solutions are helping to redefine the function; the need for smarter cash management and stronger supplier relationships are also aiding the cause. In this new age, smart executives have identified AP as an area of investment and a lever for driving strategic value. This attention has empowered many AP teams to move beyond transactional tasks, embracing roles that directly influence financial performance and operational excellence.
This report explores the BIG trends shaping AP in 2025 and makes a series of equally BIG predictions that will help AP, P2P, and finance professionals understand the key issues this year and be better prepared for them.
Download the ¡°Accounts Payable 2025: Big Trends and Predictions¡± report for more details.