Tariffs used to be a headline for importers and exporters. In 2026, they have become a line item that shows up in almost every procurement budget, regardless of what a business actually sells. New data on tariff pass-through shows the pressure is far from over....
The Problem With Looking Backwards Most organisations make decisions in real time and see the financial impact later. That gap matters more than people realise. A purchase gets approved today, but finance may not see the invoice for weeks. Budgets look healthy on...
There is a simple truth that doesn’t get talked about enough in finance. People behave differently when they are spending someone else’s money. Not deliberately and not irresponsibly, but differently. The same person who compares prices carefully when buying something...
The Gap Between Purchasing and Finance The gap between purchasing and finance is widening for businesses across the world. With many disparate systems, siloed teams, and home workers sometimes using their own technology to perform work tasks, purchases are often made...
If your business uses Sage Intacct, then you’re already working hard to improve your finance processes. Even better, if you’ve implemented accounts payable automation, you’ve already seen the value of replacing manual work with automation. You may have already saved...
When organisations think about improving their finance processes, the focus often jumps straight to systems, tools or new technology. Those things matter, but they are not usually what creates lasting change. What makes the difference is much smaller and much more...
Every organisation reaches a moment when finance begins to feel harder than it should. Approvals take longer. Month end stretches out. Information lives in too many places. People spend more time finding answers than working with them. If this sounds familiar, it does...
Redefining Procurement with AI–powered Amazon Punch-In We’re thrilled to see Amazon Business highlighting the role of AI in modern procurement. As it rightly notes, artificial intelligence is transforming how organizations purchase, manage spend, and drive value. But...
The world of finance, purchasing, and accounts payable (AP) automation is transforming rapidly, and 2025 is set to bring even more significant changes. To stay ahead, businesses must be prepared to embrace cutting-edge technology and strategies that enhance...
