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Insights, guides, and explainers from our AP experts — covering everything from processes and best practice to automation and controls.

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Ground Xero - Origins of Xero
Finance & ERP Integrations1 min read

Ground Xero - Origins of Xero

We love Xero here at Zahara, we think it's a fine example of the future. Xero Shows us how useful the cloud can be to the modern business.

Pay Invoices Faster
Invoice Processing3 min read

Pay Invoices Faster

Learn how Zahara can help you Pay invoices faster with efficient invoice management. Raise invoices quickly and streamline payment processes.

Business Efficiency1 min read

Audit trail & transparency

Do you answer to a higher authority like investors, shareholders or trustees? Add an audit trail of approval behind every purchase with Zahara

Accounts Payable2 min read

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.

Accounts Payable1 min read

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.

How to Add Automation to QuickBooks Online?
Finance & ERP Integrations1 min read

How to Add Automation to QuickBooks Online?

Discover how Automation for QuickBooks Online can streamline your business accounting with seamless integration and real-time tracking.

Half year check up: Actuals v Budget? What Budget?
Business Efficiency1 min read

Half year check up: Actuals v Budget? What Budget?

Learn how to effectively manage your half year budget and adjust financial strategies for growth and profitability.

The difference between 'budgeting' and 'budget management' – and why it matters
Business Efficiency1 min read

The difference between 'budgeting' and 'budget management' – and why it matters

Who holds the purse strings? How are departments managing their spending? Zahara's budget features help control costs and provide visibility

Keeping an Eye on Budgets: Useful Resources
Business Efficiency1 min read

Keeping an Eye on Budgets: Useful Resources

Understand the importance of budgets in business management. Learn how effective budgeting can drive performance and value.

10 Things to Consider When Choosing a Purchasing Platform
Business Efficiency3 min read

10 Things to Consider When Choosing a Purchasing Platform

In this article, we explain the components of a purchase order system and what a potential buyer should look to consider. Find out more

The Perfect Time to go Paperless?
Business Efficiency1 min read

The Perfect Time to go Paperless?

With the recent outbreak of Coronavirus, people are being encouraged to work from home. But, how does this impact the Accounts Payables process?

Business Efficiency1 min read

Finance Teams Problems

You've got 99 problems but the financial controller aint one. Read this useful article on 2023 finance team challenges

Accounts Payable Workflow for Approvals
Approval Workflows1 min read

Accounts Payable Workflow for Approvals

Improve your accounts payable approval workflow and streamline your financial processes with automation, approvals and budget customisation.

Are You in a Toxic Relationship?
Invoice Processing3 min read

Are You in a Toxic Relationship?

Escape the frustration of an inefficient invoice processing system. Learn how to find an affordable and convenient alternative.

What Does a Healthy PO System Looks Like?
Purchase Orders6 min read

What Does a Healthy PO System Looks Like?

Unlock the benefits of AP automation and streamline your business operations with a healthy PO system.

Improve Your Accounts Payable Workflow
Accounts Payable4 min read

Improve Your Accounts Payable Workflow

Streamline your accounts payable workflow with automation. Eliminate manual data entry, reduce errors, and speed up invoice processing.

Why Combine Xero with Zahara?
Finance & ERP Integrations4 min read

Why Combine Xero with Zahara?

Discover the power of combining Xero with Zahara for visibility, scalability, and financial control. Learn how this integration can help your business.

Invoice Scanning First Steps to Understanding OCR
Invoice Processing10 min read

Invoice Scanning First Steps to Understanding OCR

Discover the benefits of invoice scanning for your business. Increase efficiency, accuracy, and reduce the risk of manual invoice processing.

Complying with UK Tax Law
Accounts Payable4 min read

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.

#1 Accounts Payable Security - The Power of Cutting Edge Software
Accounts Payable4 min read

#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.

Better Accounts Payable Practices
Automated Payments2 min read

Better Accounts Payable Practices

Discover friendly tips for better accounts payable practices to enhance your supplier experience and boost efficiency.

AP OCR - Unlocking Efficiency:
Invoice Processing1 min read

AP OCR - Unlocking Efficiency:

Enhance operations with AP OCR technology. Simplify invoice management, reduce errors, and improve efficiency for finance professionals.

The Essential Guide to Invoice Capture Software
Invoice Processing2 min read

The Essential Guide to Invoice Capture Software

Streamline your accounts payable with invoice capture software that automates data extraction and reduces manual entry errors.

Accounts Payable System for Small Business
Accounts Payable1 min read

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.

Accounts Payable vs Accounts Receivable for Business Owners 
Accounts Payable11 min read

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.

What Is Accounts Payable? Explained Simply
Accounts Approvals5 min read

What Is Accounts Payable? Explained Simply

Learn what accounts payable is, how the AP process works, and why effective supplier invoice management is vital for cash flow.

How Free Accounting Software Helps Small Businesses
Finance & ERP Integrations5 min read

How Free Accounting Software Helps Small Businesses

Explore the best free accounting software for small business. Discover user-friendly options that fit your budget perfectly.

Self-Employed Accounting Software
Finance & ERP Integrations9 min read

Self-Employed Accounting Software

Explore essential self-employed accounting software to manage your finances, invoices, and taxes effectively for your business.

Why Human Creativity Still Wins in the Age of AI
Business Efficiency6 min read

Why Human Creativity Still Wins in the Age of AI

Explore the debate on human creativity vs AI in design. Discover how technology impacts artistry and the designer's role.

Why Use Zahara?
Business Efficiency2 min read

Why Use Zahara?

Discover why Zahara is the smartest choice for AP & PO automation. Simplify your processes with intuitive software.

Getting the Best PO System
Purchase Orders4 min read

Getting the Best PO System

See how easy-to-use tools, automation, and built-in expense management can make your purchasing smoother.

Accounts payable outsourcing  
Accounts Payable11 min read

Accounts payable outsourcing  

Explore the benefits of accounts payable outsourcing to improve efficiency and save money in your business operations.

Invoice Matching Software by Zahara
Invoice Processing1 min read

Invoice Matching Software by Zahara

Discover how Invoice Matching Software enhances accuracy in three-way matching and prevents payment errors in your business.

Artificial intelligence in finance
Business Efficiency9 min read

Artificial intelligence in finance

Explore the role of artificial intelligence in finance and how it transforms efficiency and decision-making for finance teams.

Zahara Workflows
Approval Workflows1 min read

Zahara Workflows

Explore Zahara Approval Workflows with our guide to common setup queries to enhance your Zahara experience and efficiency.

How Vibe coding is changing the face of software
Leadership3 min read

How Vibe coding is changing the face of software

Discover how Vibe Coding enables anyone to transform ideas into functional applications, even without coding skills.

Meet Tom Northeast: UX Designer at Zahara
Zahara Insights4 min read

Meet Tom Northeast: UX Designer at Zahara

Meet Tom Northeast, UX Designer at Zahara. He shares his journey, design insights, and advice for aspiring UX professionals.

5 Ways to Stop Overspending in Your Business
Business Efficiency4 min read

5 Ways to Stop Overspending in Your Business

Learn how to control company spending with five practical tips that help manage expenses and improve cash flow effectively.

Blanket Purchase Orders
Purchase Orders2 min read

Blanket Purchase Orders

Understand the advantages of a blanket purchase order for businesses. Simplify your buying process and reduce paperwork today.

Surprise Invoices
Invoice Processing3 min read

Surprise Invoices

The #1 Best purchase order software
Business Efficiency5 min read

The #1 Best purchase order software

Explore the best purchase order software to enhance efficiencies with clear controls, quick approvals, and easy integration.

Enhance Your Business with Xero Accounting Software Integration
Finance & ERP Integrations6 min read

Enhance Your Business with Xero Accounting Software Integration

Unlock the potential of Xero Accounting Software. Integrate seamlessly to streamline your finance processes and boost efficiency.

Zahara Insights Interview with Lydia Hartles
Zahara Insights4 min read

Zahara Insights Interview with Lydia Hartles

Eliminate Manual Data Entry Errors and Duplicate Payments
Accounts Payable4 min read

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.

How to Improve Visibility in Accounts Payable
Accounts Payable8 min read

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.

Supplier Relationship Management
Business Efficiency8 min read

Supplier Relationship Management

Discover how supplier relationship management and AP automation improve communication, strengthen trust, and streamline payments.

Invoice Management Software
Business Efficiency5 min read

Invoice Management Software

Learn how invoice management software streamlines approvals, improves accuracy, and gives finance teams greater control over spend.

Automated Account Approval
Accounts Approvals7 min read

Automated Account Approval

Learn how automated account approval speeds up supplier onboarding, reduces fraud risk, and improves data accuracy with streamlined workflows.