Customer story:
How a Global Cybersecurity Leader Unified AP with E Invoicing Software Across 25 Countries
Exclusive Networks, a global cybersecurity company operating in over 40 countries, implemented enterprise-grade e invoicing software and global AP automation to standardise invoice processing, ensure compliance with local tax mandates, and integrate seamlessly with NetSuite.
Product:
AP Automation & e‑Invoicing
Industry:
Cybersecurity
erp:
NetSuite
Region:
Global
Overview:
40+ countries
Invoice volume:
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Cybersecurity
~75% touch‑free invoicing
Compliance with local tax and reporting rules
THE CHALLENGE:
Fragmented E Invoicing and Global AP Automation Gaps
Before implementing e invoicing software, Exclusive Networks faced significant challenges across its decentralised finance operations:
- Different invoice processing workflows in each country
- Manual AP processes slowing approvals
- Complex, evolving e-invoicing compliance requirements
- Real-time tax authority submission mandates
- Limited visibility across multi-entity AP operations
Without a unified electronic invoicing system, global standardisation and compliance were difficult to maintain.
THE SOLUTION:
A Unified E Invoicing Software and Global AP Automation Platform
Exclusive Networks implemented Kefron AP as its central e invoicing automation platform.
The solution delivered:
- Centralised invoice capture across 25+ countries
- Automated validation and coding before posting
- Seamless NetSuite integration
- Compliance with country-specific e-invoicing regulations
- Standardised workflows across global finance teams
By combining e invoicing software with global AP automation, the organisation created a scalable, compliant accounts payable framework.
THE RESULTS:
Global AP Automation with 75% Touch-Free Processing
Following implementation of the electronic invoicing system:
- ~75% of invoices processed touch-free
- Significant reduction in manual workload
- Standardised reporting across 40+ countries
- Full compliance with local tax and e-invoicing mandates
- Faster supplier payments and improved transparency
The business now operates a fully integrated global AP automation environment powered by compliant e invoicing software.
Why This Case Matters for Global Finance Teams
Why This Case Matters for Global Finance Teams
Ensure compliance with evolving tax and e‑invoicing mandates
Accelerate invoice approvals and supplier payments
Deliver consistent AP processing across regions
Reduce manual effort and increase staff capacity
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Frequently asked questions:
What is e invoicing software?
E invoicing software is a digital platform that creates, validates, sends, and stores structured electronic invoices in formats such as XML or PEPPOL. It replaces paper and PDF invoicing with a compliant electronic invoicing system that connects directly to ERP and accounts payable systems.
How does e invoicing automation work?
E invoicing automation converts invoice data into structured formats, validates it against tax and compliance rules, and routes it electronically to buyers or tax authorities. Integrated workflows support automated approvals, PO matching, and posting into ERP systems for end-to-end global AP automation.
What are the benefits of using e invoicing software?
E invoicing software reduces processing costs, eliminates paper handling, improves accuracy, and accelerates invoice approvals. It strengthens compliance with local tax mandates, increases touch-free processing rates, and provides real-time visibility across global accounts payable operations.
How does an electronic invoicing system ensure compliance?
An electronic invoicing system validates invoices against country-specific regulations, applies digital signatures or unique reference numbers where required, and supports real-time reporting to tax authorities. This helps businesses meet global e invoicing mandates while maintaining a full audit trail.
How do you choose the right e invoicing software?
When selecting e invoicing software, look for ERP integration, multi-country compliance support, secure digital archiving, and scalable automation features. The best solutions support PEPPOL and other global standards while enabling seamless global AP automation.
Does e invoicing software support global AP automation?
Yes. Modern e invoicing automation platforms centralise invoice capture, validation, approval workflows, and posting across multiple countries, currencies, and subsidiaries. This enables consistent global AP automation while maintaining compliance with local reporting requirements.
What challenges does e invoicing automation solve?
E invoicing automation eliminates manual invoice entry, reduces errors, standardises global workflows, and simplifies compliance across jurisdictions. It also improves supplier communication and reduces approval delays through structured, digital processes.