SAP Business One ERP
3,000 invoices per month
Manufacturing industry
The Impact of SAP Business One AP Automation
Kefron AP is a smart, scalable invoice automation that aligns perfectly with our needs. Their platform has significantly improved our efficiency, reduced manual workload, and given us greater visibility and control over our AP function.”
Kenneth Naef
VP of Finance
As VP of Finance, I’ve seen a clear impact, the solution has streamlined our AP process, improved accuracy, and given us much better visibility. It’s reduced manual work and allowed the team to focus on more strategic tasks.”
Kenneth Naef
VP of Finance
A Manufacturer’s Experience with SAP Business One Automation
The Challenge: Managing AP Across Multiple Entities
As Smith Cameron Group grew through acquisitions, managing finance operations across multiple entities became increasingly complex. Manual invoice handling, inconsistent PO matching, and fragmented workflows were causing bottlenecks, approval delays, and visibility gaps.
The finance team faced rising risks of errors and fraud, with time increasingly lost to repetitive admin tasks. It became clear that a scalable, standardised AP solution was essential to support their continued growth.
The Solution: SAP Business One Automation with Kefron AP
To modernise and future-proof their finance function, Smith Cameron deployed Kefron AP, integrated directly with SAP Business One. Designed to support complex, multi-entity operations, the solution streamlined invoice workflows, automated PO matching, and introduced intelligent data capture powered by AI.
Kefron partnered with SAP specialist Aclaros to deliver a seamless implementation. The result was an intuitive, centralised AP system that eliminated manual effort, enhanced control, and provided real-time visibility into every stage of the invoice lifecycle.
The Results: A Scalable, Intelligent AP Function
With SAP Business One AP automation fully operational, Smith Cameron quickly realised measurable benefits:
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Up to 80% faster invoice processing, accelerating approvals and reducing delays
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99%+ accuracy in data capture, improving reliability and reducing rework
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Greater fraud resilience through tighter controls and digital traceability
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Standardised AP workflows across all entities, ready to scale with growth
The finance team now spends less time on admin and more time on strategy.
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FAQ
What is SAP Business One AP automation?
SAP Business OneAP automation refers to the use of intelligent software solutions, like Kefron AP, to automate the accounts payable process within the SAP Business One ERP system. It enables automatic invoice capture, PO matching, approval routing, and real-time tracking, helping reduce manual work and human error.
Why is AP automation important for multi-entity manufacturers?
Multi-entity manufacturers often face complex AP workflows, duplicate invoice risks, and a lack of visibility across operations. AP automation in SAP Business One helps standardise processes, strengthen controls, and streamline invoice management across all business units, enabling scalable and efficient finance operations.
Can AP automation integrate with SAP Business One easily?
Yes. Solutions like Kefron AP are designed to seamlessly integrate with SAP Business One, allowing businesses to automate invoice processing without disrupting existing ERP workflows. This ensures faster implementation and smoother user adoption.
How does PO matching work in SAP Business One AP automation?
Automated PO matching uses AI and intelligent data capture to match incoming invoices with purchase orders and goods receipts in SAP Business One. This reduces manual effort, prevents payment delays, and eliminates errors caused by mismatched or duplicate documents.
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