Basware vs Proactis Accounts Payable Automation

Basware is a procure-to-pay platform that automates work across procurement, accounts payable, and invoice processing. Its e-invoicing tools capture invoices submitted through different supplier channels; AI can code and route them, match them against records, and handle exceptions. Procurement capabilities include hosted catalogs, supplier management, guided request intake, stock integration, and approval workflows that issue purchase orders when requisitions are approved. Basware says its solutions connect to more than 250 ERP systems, including SAP, Oracle, and Microsoft, through open APIs and certified integrations. They can also use purchase-order data from existing procurement or ERP systems, complementing rather than replacing those systems. The platform is available on Android, iOS, and the web, with API access. Basware identifies global organizations processing more than 50,000 invoices annually, finance shared service centers, and multi-ERP environments as potential fits. Support is available by chat, web, and phone, plus a 24/7 AI-powered self-service chatbot. Pricing is tailored and available on request; no free plan is listed.

Proactis Accounts Payable Automation captures invoices, checks them against purchasing and supplier records, and routes them to a finance system for approval and payment. It handles paper, PDF, XML, and electronic invoices, including submissions through a portal or PO Flip. OCR converts invoice documents into structured eInvoices. The system can flag duplicates, missing purchase order numbers, and mismatches; invoices that need attention are routed with the original document, linked purchase order, and discrepancy details. Invoices that pass validation and matching can move to the finance system without manual intervention. Proactis says its AI learns from customer data over time, increasing the share processed straight through. The product supports multiple entities and names integrations including SAP, Unit4, Infor, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Workday, MRI, NetSuite, Epicor, and Deltek. Processed invoice data is visible in real time and feeds spend analysis, cashflow forecasting, and supplier performance reporting. It is web-based, with pricing available on request. Proactis describes its solutions as aimed at mid-market, service-led public and private sector organisations.