Our Latest Articles
Insights, guides, and explainers from our AP experts — covering everything from processes and best practice to automation and controls.
Faster invoice processing with automation
Reduce manual invoice handling, improve approvals, and gain real-time visibility with automated invoice processing software.
What is a purchase order?
Purchase orders help businesses manage spending before money leaves the business by creating a clear record of what is being purchased, who approved it.
Combating AP Fraud
Fraud is on the rise. Figures show that the UK private sector lost up to £157.8 billion to fraud in 2023. Is the solution AP Automation?
What is ERP Integration?
In this article we present a complete introduction to ERP integration. Choosing AP Software that works seamlessly is your next best move.
What is a Goods Received Note?
Need a whistle-stop tour of Goods Received Notes? We've got all the basics covered, from what they are to why they matter.
5 Reasons Why You Should Automate Payments
Automation is everywhere right now. But should you be automating your payments? From security to efficiency, here are 5 reasons its a must!
Is It Time to Automate Your Manual Invoice Approval Process?
Do you want to reduce manual errors and improve efficiency? We show you why you need to to automate your invoice approval process.
Man Maths and the Science of Buying
Have you heard about Man Maths? Its the science behind the buying decisions that some men use to justify something they want.
Finance Teams Problems
You've got 99 problems but the financial controller aint one. Read this useful article on 2023 finance team challenges
Purchase Requisitions vs Purchase Orders
How do you compare purchase requisition vs purchase order? What elements should be on a PR and what does a good approval process look like?
Why understanding costs makes the difference
Gain insight into the visibility of spend with our analysis on gas heating costs. Understand your bills better today.
Being a purple cow when job hunting
When it comes to finding your first job, you need to stand out. How does your approach and CV shape up? Compare notes with our CEO
Zahara visit Accountex 2022
Zahara's round-up of Accountex London 2022 with Xero, Sage and Comma. Find out what we got up to.
The 4th Industrial Revolution and how it affects finance
The 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR) focuses on technologies that merge the biological and digital worlds. How will this impact finance?
How theatres can financially recover from the pandemic
Theatres are formulating a business continuity plan for future pandemics and prioritising financial management.
Tracking Spend with Spend Approval Workflows
Reports coming out of the UK government show horrific wastage of money with no spend control. Implementing spend approvals is the best way...
5 New Year's Resolutions
5 impactful new year's resolutions to improve your business health in 2022. Start building a better business future
The updated ultimate work from home survival guide
Find out the newest tips to stay sane while you work from home in 2022. Does it start with painting your office green...?
The truth about Black Friday
Black Friday is coming up on 26th November and businesses are gearing up, but this year consumers may not be taking part, because...
The Metaverse: What is it and what does it mean for business?
Another digital transformation is on the way with thousands of people working towards creating the Metaverse, a new virtual reality world
Introducing... Zahara AutoPilot!
Imagine software that will create an invoice, without you having to press “create"… well we have it! Introducing Zahara AutoPilot.
New Mobile App Update!
The new Zahara mobile app update is here with staff expenses and better document viewing. How and why should you track staff expenses?
3 Benefits of a hybrid back to work model
Restrictions are lifting and businesses are starting to return to the office. Find out the benefits of adopting a hybrid back-to-work model.
Bitcoin - 5 Reasons Why
Interest in Bitcoin is at an all-time high right now, as well as the price. Many analysts are predicting that 1 Bitcoin will surpass $100k.
Is Your Browser Grinding You Down?
One of Zahara’s strengths is that it is cloud-based, so it can be accessed from any device with a web-browser and internet access.
Stop Approving Supplier Invoices — Fix Your Process Earlier
The finance team need a source of the truth. It's more than likely the finance system and everything else just supports the truth.
