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Paying ad hoc is inefficient; it always takes longer and allows cash – that could be earning interest – out of an account sooner than it needs to go. A procure-to-pay platform can offer: A single place for goods, services, components, tools and travel. Case Study #1: Leading Information Services provider.
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Paying ad hoc is inefficient; it always takes longer and allows cash – that could be earning interest – out of an account sooner than it needs to go. A procure-to-pay platform can offer: A single place for goods, services, components, tools and travel. Case Study #1: Leading Information Services provider.
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