Want to Change AP? Become a ‘Catalyst’

By Pam Miller, APMD

Overcome Resistance With Knowledge

Anyone who advocates for automation in AP is likely to meet resistance, since AP tends to be conservative, paper-based, manual, and subject to multiple controls imposed by many authorities. Tip: Overcome objections by gaining a deep understanding of your current process and a knowledge of the kinds of controls that are required. List or map your current procedures, analyze how the procedures impact other steps, and figure out why…