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How does procure-to-pay automation reduce matching exceptions?

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Automation reduces exceptions by enforcing PO creation before ordering, capturing structured e-invoices, applying tolerances, auto-posting goods receipts (e.g., via scanning), and using rules/AI to auto-resolve common variances. Better master data (correct prices, units, tax codes) prevents mismatches at the source, raising the touchless rate.
Real-world example Standardizing units of measure and syncing PO prices to contracts drops the price-mismatch exception rate by 70%.

Common follow-ups: Why is master data key to matching? | What is a touchless invoice?

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