Best-of-Suite vs. Best-of-Breed:  Choosing the Right Procurement AP Automation Tech For Your Organization  - presented by Unimarket

Where: Webinar/Virtual

When: Tuesday, January 14, 2025
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ET

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Workshop Organizers:  Darren Blakely of Unimarket

Registration Fee:
NERCOMP Member: Free

Event Overview: 
Join Unimarket and NERCOMP member Wesleyan University for a comprehensive session exploring the critical factors technical professionals must consider when evaluating procurement and AP automation technology solutions. 
 
Explore the key differences and relative benefits of managing procurement and AP automation through an ERP system compared to a best-of-breed solution. Geared toward NERCOMP’s technical audience, the session will cover:
- ERP Systems: Discover the benefits of a centralized approach, including reduced data silos and enhanced alignment for organizations seeking an all-in-one platform.
- eProcurement and AP Automation Systems: Uncover the advanced capabilities of specializedb solutions, such as superior spend management, streamlined supplier networks, automated invoicing, electronic payments, and enhanced contract compliance.

Learning Objectives:
- Gain a clear understanding of procurement and AP automation in ERP systems versus best-of-breed solutions.
- Learn how best-of-breed systems optimize processes, elevate supplier management, and boost compliance and user adoption.
- Explore the technical and integration challenges of scaling ERP and best-of-breed solutions within broader IT ecosystems.

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