Despite the continuing rise in attention being given to purchase to pay (P2P) processes, there are still a large number of organizations who are reluctant to automate, let alone optimize, these business activities. Indeed, it’s almost strange that the P2P process has flown under the radar for so long, when it’s so well suited to automation and significant improvements in speed and accuracy.

Whilst small professional services firms remain in the majority, many of the businesses that dominate the sector have successfully realized growth in volume and complexity through geographical expansion. Whether organically or through M&A, they have successfully sought out new opportunities abroad and committed to creating genuine in-country presence overseas.