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What is procure-to-pay software?

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Procure-to-pay (P2P) software originated from the need to oversee the process of acquiring supplies for manufacturing and other industries, and to manage inventory in the retail sector. Approval workflows: Customizable approval workflows ensure that the appropriate individuals approve POs and invoices before payment is made.

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Leading analyst IDC recognizes innovation in procurement solutions.

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Procurement has traditionally been a centralized function developed out of a need to control the purchase of the items that go into COGs — the materials used in making products or the inventory that retailers purchase for resale. It is immediately obvious where the action lies, and parallel approvals are supported.

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Handling Advanced Inventory Tracking Using QuickBooks Online

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Think of a retail establishment. Which Version of QuickBooks Online to choose for Inventory QuickBooks Plus and Advanced offer the same level of inventory management functionality, but Advanced will offer additional supporting features that may help streamline your workflows. The basic idea is that of a reseller of goods.

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Who’s Still Paying By Check In 2016?

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A survey by AvidXchange and Relyco explores the current state of the payments industry in 2016 for retailers and offers some interesting insights into whose paying for what and how. According to statistics from the Association of Financial Professionals, 50 percent of companies were still using paper checks as of 2013.

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Business Budgeting Software Guide: Budgeting Software for Small to Enterprise Business

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While a 50%-70% ratio can be considered healthy for such businesses as retailers, restaurants, manufacturers, and other producers of goods, for many service and technology businesses, law firms, or banks, this figure increases up to 90%. Gross Profit Margin = ((Net Sales – COGS) / Net Sales) * 100.