Our Latest Articles
Insights, guides, and explainers from our AP experts — covering everything from processes and best practice to automation and controls.
Purchase Approvals for Xero
See how Zahara adds purchase orders, approval workflows and automatic invoice capture on top of Xero — so nothing gets paid without sign-off.
Stop Approving Supplier Invoices — Fix Your Process Earlier
Late payments cost more than you think — missed discounts, penalties, and £15+ admin per invoice. See how AP automation cuts the hidden costs.
AP Checklist for New Starters
New to accounts payable? This checklist covers what to focus on in your first few weeks, from mapping the process to spotting quick wins and fraud risks.
The Benefits of AP Automation
A practical guide to AP automation: how automating accounts payable saves time, cuts errors and improves control — and how to choose the right software.
Accounts Payable Automation Best Practices
Automation is sold as a cure-all for messy workflows, but done badly it makes things worse. Here's how to get AP automation right — and sidestep the usual traps
Accounts Payable Software for Small Businesses
Why waiting to automate accounts payable costs small businesses time, money and supplier trust — and how to know when it's time to invest.
Three-Way Matching in Accounts Payable
How three-way matching works, when to use it over 2-way or 4-way matching, and how automation removes the manual checking bottleneck.
Explaining Accounts Payable Automation
Automate accounts payable with Zahara to speed approvals, reduce errors, improve visibility, and cut processing costs.
What Is a Payment Run? Process, Examples and Best Practices
Learn what a payment run is, how it works, and how businesses use payment runs to improve cash flow and supplier payments.
Accounts Payable Automation Trends for 2026
Explore the top AP automation trends for 2026, including AI, embedded payments, supplier portals, and smarter financial controls.
How to Improve Visibility in Accounts Payable
Learn how to enhance visibility in accounts payable with dashboards, analytics, and automation for real-time insights and smarter decision-making.
Eliminate Manual Data Entry Errors and Duplicate Payments
Discover how to eliminate data entry errors with financial accounting automation and improve your team's accuracy.
Understanding Accounts Payable Solutions
Unlock financial efficiency with accounts payable solutions. Discover how automation streamlines invoice handling and payment processes.
Accounts Payable Automation - 5 Essential Questions
Streamline your finances with accounts payable automation. Capture invoices accurately and reduce manual entry errors today.
Accounts payable outsourcing
Explore the benefits of accounts payable outsourcing to improve efficiency and save money in your business operations.
AP Automation Solution: Find the Right Software for You
Streamline your finance process with an AP automation solution. Discover how to eliminate bottlenecks and reduce errors.
AP Automation Software
AP automation software. All features, pricing, and benefits. Learn how Zahara streamlines purchase orders, invoices, approvals, and payments.
Why Tipalti Might Not Be Right for You
Thinking about Tipalti? Before you decide, read why it may not be the best accounts payable software for your business. Try Zahara instead.
Time to Automate Accounts Payable is now.
Learn how to automate accounts payable and streamline invoice processing. Save time, cut errors, and improve cash flow with Zahara’s AP automation tools.
Improving Employee Adoption of Software
Discover why employee adoption of software hinges on user-friendly design, reducing resistance and driving successful implementation.
Vendor Payment Automation for Businesses
Discover how vendor payment automation streamlines payment processes, reduces errors, and boosts efficiency in accounts payable.
Accounts Payable Management
Enhance your Accounts Payable Management to optimise invoice processing. Safeguard your cash flow and supplier relationships with Zahara.
Accounts Payable vs Accounts Receivable for Business Owners
Explore accounts payable vs accounts receivable to understand their roles in business finance and avoid common mistakes.
How to streamline your Accounts Payables
Learn how to streamline your Accounts Payables for better cash flow and vendor relationships through effective management.
Accounts Payable System for Small Business
Zahara can enhance your small business with the right accounts payable system for small business. Improve accuracy and save time today.
#1 Accounts Payable Security - The Power of Cutting Edge Software
Explore the significance of accounts payable security in safeguarding your finances and ensuring operational integrity.
Accounts payable for construction firms: solutions
Streamline your construction company's accounts payable process with Zahara's software designed specifically for the industry.
Complying with UK Tax Law
Stay ahead of the game by complying with UK tax law. Learn how to embrace Making Tax Digital for increased efficiency and ease of use.
Improve Your Accounts Payable Workflow
Streamline your accounts payable workflow with automation. Eliminate manual data entry, reduce errors, and speed up invoice processing.
What is Purchase to Pay? Why Zahara's AP Software Matters
What is purchase to pay? Explore the pay cycle and see how Zahara's solution revolutionises purchase requests and approvals.
Accounts Payable Software for care homes
Care homes with low budgets can still streamline their processes for greater efficiency in 2022. Is AP automation easier than you think?
Accounts Payable Research – Must Read Analyst Reports
Read the latest 2019 thoughts and ideas affecting the Accounts Payables and finance team. This article will explore different trends.
Are your financial processes holding you back?
Are you running legacy processes designed by a former colleague that's in need of review? How automated is your AP? Zahara's take. Read on.
Purchasing Culture & Controlling Spend
An insight into the different purchasing cultures around the world. Particularly the UK & the U.S. Why we need to control our spend and how you can.