Customer story:
How Lambeth Council Achieved 66% Touch-Free Processing with Oracle AP Automation
Lambeth Council implemented Oracle AP automation with Kefron AP to modernise accounts payable and streamline invoice processing across 7,000 invoices per month. By deploying oracle invoice automation, the council eliminated paper-based workflows and gained full visibility and control over its AP lifecycle.
Product:
Invoice Automation
Industry:
Public Sector
erp:
Oracle E-Business Suite
Region:
UK
Employees:
800
Invoice volume:
7,000 monthly
Read Time: 5 minutes
66% touch-free invoice processing
Faster approvals & real-time reporting
Touch-free, paperless AP automation
CASE STUDIES:
What Finance Leaders Say About Oracle AP Automation
For Lambeth Council, oracle ap automation transformed a manual and error-prone accounts payable process into a transparent, efficient system powered by invoice processing automation.
THE CHALLENGE:
Labour-Intensive, Error-Prone Invoice Processing
Before implementing oracle automation, Lambeth Council faced:
- Missing or misrecorded invoices
- Manual PO matching
- Unstructured scanning workflows
- High supplier query volumes
- Limited real-time invoice tracking
- Repetitive manual administrative tasks
Without structured oracle invoice automation, the AP team lacked the tools needed to scale efficiently.
THE SOLUTION:
Oracle Invoice Automation with Kefron AP
Lambeth Council implemented oracle ap automation through Kefron AP, centralising all invoice inputs into a single automated workflow:
- Automated invoice capture and PO matching
- Seamless oracle invoice automation integrated with Oracle E-Business Suite
- Centralised invoice storage for audit readiness
- Supplier self-service portal to reduce queries
- Real-time dashboards powered by invoice processing automation
This enabled a fully paperless and scalable AP environment within Oracle.
THE RESULTS:
Touch-Free Oracle AP Automation in Action
Following deployment of oracle ap automation, Lambeth Council achieved:
- 66% touch-free invoice processing
- Fully paperless accounts payable
- Faster approvals through automated workflows
- Improved lifecycle visibility across all invoices
- Reduced supplier queries and administrative burden
Lambeth Council now operates a digital AP function built on reliable oracle automation.
Why This Case Matters for Public Sector Finance
This case demonstrates how oracle ap automation and invoice processing automation can
Eliminate paper-heavy workflows
Reduce manual invoice handling and errors
Enable touch-free processing and reporting
Improve supplier communication and transparency
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Modernise Accounts Payable with Oracle AP Automation
See how oracle ap automation can streamline invoice processing, reduce manual workload, and create a fully digital accounts payable workflow.
Frequently asked questions:
What is Oracle AP automation?
Oracle AP automation digitises and streamlines accounts payable within Oracle ERP, automating invoice capture, validation, approval and posting. It reduces manual data entry, accelerates approvals and improves financial control.
How does Oracle AP automation improve invoice processing?
It captures invoices from email or scan, uses OCR and AI to extract data, validates against POs and vendor records, then routes for approval before posting to Oracle Payables. This enables touchless invoice processing automation and shorter cycle times.
Does Oracle AP automation support PO and non-PO invoices?
Yes. PO invoices can follow automated two- or three-way matching, while non-PO invoices route through configured approval workflows based on spend thresholds and cost centres.
How does Oracle invoice automation integrate with Oracle ERP?
It integrates directly with Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP and Oracle E-Business Suite, creating and validating invoices within the core finance system while storing invoice images, coding and approval history alongside transactions.
Is Oracle AP automation suitable for high-volume invoice processing?
Yes. Centralised capture and automated routing allow organisations to scale invoice processing without increasing headcount, making it suitable for high-growth or multi-entity environments.
Can Oracle AP automation integrate with third-party AP platforms?
Yes. Many AP automation vendors offer certified integrations with Oracle ERP, adding advanced analytics, collaboration tools and enhanced AI capabilities.
How does Oracle AP automation improve supplier relationships?
Faster, more accurate invoice processing leads to on-time payments, fewer disputes and stronger vendor trust, supporting early-payment discount strategies.