This session will discuss the business case for automating accounts payable and a strategy for payables performance measurement. Participants will discuss key drivers of success and identify the key performance indicators (KPIs) leading finance professionals are adopting to benchmark their processes, set targets for success, and measure results against stated objectives. Innovative AP organizations have been able to extend the value of their existing ERP investments to drive a new wave of savings from process automation; dynamic discounting; contract, PO and vendor compliance; and working capital impact.