2025 AP Automation Trends Uncovered

What Six Years of Global Data Reveal About the Future of Accounts Payable

Join us as we reveal the findings from our 2025 global research survey on accounts payable automation – drawing on insights from six years of data collected from finance teams around the world.

Our expert panel will explore the current state of AP automation, the biggest challenges to adoption, and where organisations are seeing the strongest returns. We’ll also discuss how AI is transforming efficiency, accuracy, and vendor relationships within AP functions.

Key topics include:

AI adoption trends in AP automation
Persistent challenges with manual processing and their impact
How AI is improving vendor management and communication
Practical guidance on building a business case and securing internal buy-in for automation

This session is a must for finance and AP leaders looking to benchmark their progress and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Speakers

Jamie Preece
Regional Sales Director at Restore Information Management
Regional Sales Director with a strong background in SaaS, ERP, and automation. Jamie helps organisations simplify complexity and unlock growth by digitising core processes in finance, HR, and compliance. With experience in ERP implementations, partner development, and consultative sales, he delivers measurable results through smart tech investment. Helping businesses work smarter – not harder – is what Jamie does best.
Mike Noyce
Solutions Consultant at Restore Information Management
With 25 years’ experience in the Digital Information Management industry and a track record of developing and delivering solutions and services, Mike has significant experience of supporting customers through small medium and large-scale projects and strategic digital transformation. His background in identifying and resolving customer challenges has resulted in significant time savings, enhanced value for money, and an improved end-user experience for his customers.
Louise Graham
COO | Head of Institute at IFOL
Louise has worked in financial operations for over 30 years and started her career at The Walt Disney Company in London. Since then, she has worked for companies including Santander, Carphone Warehouse, Costa Coffee and FCDO Services, which is part of the Foreign Office. Louise joined IFOL as Chief Operating Officer in April 2025 and is responsible for leading and developing IFOL’s global education and membership strategy as well as its professional development offerings internationally.