# Forrester has named Basware a Leader in The Forrester Wave™: Accounts Payable Invoice Automation Software, Q2 2026 ## What Accounts Payable Software can do for you As the industry's leading AP Automation provider, Basware’s AI/ML-powered solution is designed to make [touchless invoice processing](https://info.basware.com/en/touchless-invoice-processing) a reality for your organization. Our AP automation solution's [artificial intelligence](/content/en/ai-hub/index.html) and machine learning functionality is available at every point in the process – from invoice receipt and routing to automated matching and coding – adding value by speeding up tasks and eliminating errors. * * * ### Using Basware as your AP Automation provider you can: - Get an unbeatable invoice match rate – even when the PO was generated in another system or the figures don’t line up perfectly - Capture every invoice with 100% accuracy using SmartPDF technology - Automate non-PO invoices using custom spend plans, AI coding, and better approval workflows - Authorize payments up to 30x faster, saving labor and earning early payment discounts - Stay compliant with automated tax code handling and tax calculations - Pull data directly into a centralized dashboard to get 100% spend visibility without lifting a finger ## How Basware’s AP Automation solution = Touchless Invoice Processing #### Automated matching for PO-based spend Basware's AP Automation solution enables the use of any combination of invoices, POs, goods receipts, quality checks, contracts, etc. at the line or header level for straight-through processing of PO-based invoices. And when information is missing, recognition methods review the available data to calculate the best matching scenario. #### Automated matching for non-PO-based spend This feature addresses recurring invoices that may not have POs already associated with them. Some examples are rent, utility charges, and mobile phone plans. Basware Accounts Payable Automation solution easily learns and identifies recurring invoices and supports the automation of these invoices – whether they are based on schedules, budgets, or amounts. #### Automated coding for non-PO spend [SmartCoding](/content/en/solutions/ap-automation/smartcoding/index.html) is a machine-learning (ML) based solution automating coding for invoices that are not linked to a purchase order (PO) or a payment plan. Based on historical coding and invoice header data, this functionality generates very accurate invoice coding proposals for your non-PO invoices. #### Intelligent routing for speedy processing For any remaining portion of invoice exceptions, our smart routing functionality ensures that invoices are automatically sent to the appointed approval workflow, without the need for any manual effort. Based on the invoice data, the AP automation system automatically determines the recipient and sends the invoice along for coding and processing. ### Basware solutions are a perfect fit for: - **Globally operating organizations** with a desire to harmonize all invoice processes across all locations - **More than 50.000 invoice transactions per year,** across multiple formats - **Finance Shared Service Centers** with a need for speed - **Multi-ERP environments** by integrating with any ERP ### 89% Touchless processing ### 99.7% Electronic invoicing ### 85% Paid on time ## How touchless invoice processing drives value for your AP ### Actionable AP Insights Access critical KPIs at a glance, insights into process inefficiencies, and recommendations for improvements. ### Touchless Technology Reduce exceptions and manual processes to continuously optimize AP operations with cutting-edge technology powered by AI & ML. ### Visibility and Compliance Achieve 100% spend visibility and confidently address all tax compliancy regulations in over 50 countries. * * * #### Download our free ' _From hands-on to touchless_' factsheet now. [Download factsheet](https://cdn.brandfolder.io/DEX9HZEN/as/pjm14p-76bpco-7wy4uz/AP_Automation_Factsheet.pdf) > Basware’s AP Automation solutions have unlocked significant opportunities for KION. With enhanced efficiency and global compliance capabilities, we are well positioned for future growth and innovation. ### Governing Autonomy Autonomy you can defend. Set the limits, and ensure every AI action is explainable, auditable, and accountable by design. ### Continuous Compliance Compliance you can trust. Fiscal and commercial requirements are built into every invoice and update as mandates evolve. ### Financial Integrity Integrity you can prove. Every invoice verified for accuracy, completeness, and authenticity before payment and throughout its lifecycle. ### Enterprise Control Control you can act on. See 100% of invoices across every entity, ERP, and geography, with the authority to act on what you see. ## Want to know how you can make it happen? Read our guides [on choosing the right AP automation software](/content/en/solutions/ap-automation/choosing-the-right-ap-automation-software/index.html) and getting buy-in from your stakeholders. Or book a consultation call with our solutions experts to discuss the benefits of Basware's AP Automation solutions. ## Accounts Payable Solutions FAQs ### What is AP Automation? Accounts payable automation (also referred to as AP automation) aims to optimize the process of receiving and processing of supplier invoices. AP automation enables more of your AP process to be touchless, meaning that most tasks are automated, requiring minimal human effort. If you're in the early stages of evaluating your options, our guide to [choosing the right AP automation software](/content/en/solutions/ap-automation/how-to-get-buy-in-for-your-ap-automation-business-case/index.html) walks through the key considerations. ### What if I already have a procure-to-pay or procurement solution? Basware is not a jealous provider. We have built a technical foundation on the concept of integration and ‘plug and play’ solutions. If you are using a different procurement solution to create POs or generating POs from your ERP – that’s no problem at all. Our superior integration capabilities will pull that PO data into Basware and automatically match your invoice to it. ### Does an AP Automation solution replace my ERP system? An AP automation solution does not replace your ERP system(s) but complements them to automate all AP related processes.