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Discover the five most important metrics for managing Accounts Receivable and how tracking these KPIs can improve cash flow, reduce risk, and strengthen financial performance. Managing Accounts Receivable (AR) effectively is one of the most critical aspects of maintaining healthy cash flow and…
An architect for the future. A driver of growth. A strategic partner to the CEO and other organisational leaders. That’s what the Office of the CFO is — or at least, what it should be.Now more than ever, bringing the Office of the CFO into daily business operations is key to unlocking greater…
Cash application — the process of matching incoming payments to customer invoices — has long been a bottleneck in finance departments. Manual allocation is time-consuming, error-prone, and slows down cash flow.Esker’s AI-powered Cash Application software revolutionises this process by automatically…
As the seasons shift from summer to autumn, we’re reminded that preparation is key. Just as we gather resources, ready our homes, and adapt our routines for the colder months ahead, organisations must also prepare for the changing business climate. Regulatory demands, sustainability pressures, and…
In an office, long, long ago, an AP team spent hours manually entering invoices, chasing approvals and correcting errors. But then, with automation software, AP teams achieved new levels of speed and efficiency. Gone were all the manual processes, missed deadlines and lost revenue.Unfortunately,…
There’s a quiet revolution happening inside organisations, and it’s starting at the top.The Office of the CFO (OCFO) — once primarily focused on financial reporting, compliance, and cost control — is now being asked to drive enterprise-wide operational excellence. That means making processes faster…
Getting back into the swing of things after the slow days of summer is never easy. Aside from catching up on emails, it’s also time to look at the coming quarters and plan accordingly. This all in addition to the usual pressures of improving working capital without expanding headcount or increasing…
Finance operations are no longer just about crunching numbers and overseeing transactions. Today’s CFOs are expected to steer businesses through uncertainty and drive operational efficiency, while at the same time identify new avenues for growth. This mission requires a blend of strategic…
Esker Synergy AI, a suite of technologies including neural networks, machine learning, and LLM capabilities, is designed to automate mundane tasks for Customer Service Representatives (CSRs) in B2B environments, allowing them to focus on higher-value customer interactions. Esker emphasises a…
AI and automation are no longer optional, they’re essential. But for many businesses, the biggest challenge isn't whether to invest in AI, it's figuring out how to start the journey.If you're stuck at the strategy stage, you're not alone. We speak to business leaders every day who are excited by…
Contract renewals are like brakes — they may not be sexy, but boy, are they important. And just like brakes slow down your car, contract renewal time is a chance to sit down and reexamine your supplier contracts to determine if they’re still meeting your needs.In a nutshell, contract renewal means…
Recent world events have demonstrated just how quickly businesses can be thrown into significant disruption and uncertainty. Crisis and economic uncertainty can be a game-changer for credit management practices; whilst conventional sources of data remain vital, credit managers can quickly need to…
Esker’s Customer User Group took place at the Hotel du Vin in Birmingham, and was a fantastic opportunity for our customers to gain insights on how to get the absolute most out of Esker’s solution(s), a chance to meet the Esker senior product management team and solution experts in a face-to-face…
The world is turning up the heat on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reporting – and businesses can’t afford to ignore the shift. With regulations tightening across the globe, companies must step up, measure their carbon footprints and report emissions transparently. And for many, this has become a…
Esker enables the Office of the CFO to optimise working capital and cashflow management, improve decision-making, and achieve better business outcomes through secure and strategic AI technologies. Our brand new recorded Demo Library is the perfect place to see Esker’s solutions in action.…
In the realm of accounts payable (AP) automation, it’s not flashy spells or elaborate illusions that create the magic: It’s in the mastery of execution. Many companies rush to automate supplier invoice management, believing the right features alone will conjure success. But as any seasoned AP-…