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How does vendor segmentation improve AP management?

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Segmenting vendors (e.g., strategic, tactical, tail spend) lets you focus effort where it matters: negotiate terms and reconcile statements with strategic suppliers, automate and consolidate tail spend, and set risk-based onboarding. It improves working capital, reduces the supplier count, and targets relationship management efficiently.
Real-world example The company concentrates 80% of spend with 40 strategic vendors and moves hundreds of tail suppliers onto a purchasing card program.

Common follow-ups: What is tail spend? | How does consolidation help negotiations?

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