Research

There are many different theories and models that attempt to explain the complex riddle of how and why users adopt technology. One of the best known is the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (“UTAUT”) established by Viswanath Venkatesh and others (and built upon many earlier studies). This model identifies four main factors [...]

According to Ardent’s 2020 State of ePayables market research report, 62% of AP leaders stated that the pandemic did not create a need to invest in automation, as accounts payable processes were “already automated.” The reality, however, is that many AP teams have not fully-adopted and/or optimized their technology. This becomes clear when a deeper [...]

Today we continue our “Key Providers in 2020” series with a focus on apexanalytix. Key Provider in the 2020s – apexanalytix If you think you know apexanalytix (“Apex”), but have not engaged with them in a few years, you have missed quite a bit. [A]pexanalytix started out over 30 years ago in the recovery audit business and, [...]

Due to the rise of business process automation tools, cloud-based applications, mobile solutions, and connected devices permeating the modern business environment, more data is being created each year than ever before. The result is a world that has become increasingly data-driven, and businesses around the globe have an extraordinary opportunity to capitalize on it. The [...]

Every business function faces a rash of challenges relative to its specific operational purpose. For decades, the AP unit resided firmly in the back office, mired in paper-based, manual processes, which limited the value that the function could offer.  In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic has shaken many businesses to their core, replacing traditional business structures [...]

The COVID-19 pandemic has shaken many businesses to their core, replacing traditional business structures and protocols with an entirely new paradigm. The ramifications of the pandemic have increased attention on cash management, and therefore, onto suppliers and B2B payments. CFOs, treasurers, and other finance leaders are rethinking not only how to manage and execute payments, [...]

New Report Addresses the B2B Payments Technology Landscape BOSTON, MA, August 17, 2020 — Ardent Partners, a leading research and advisory firm, announced today that its new B2B Payments Technology Landscape report, which analyzes and evaluates B2B Payments technology and leading solutions in the marketplace, is now available. The 2020 B2B Payments Technology Landscape is the market-leading [...]

Ardent is excited to announce a brand new webinar, “ePayables 2020: Smart Strategies for Tough Times“. Join Ardent’s VP of Research, Bob Cohen, and special guests as they discuss the key strategies for AP and finance leaders to utilize to help broaden their influence and make a larger impact within the organization. Making the AP function [...]

This week we continue our conversation about Accounts Payables’ new agenda.  The new agenda focuses on three steps that include 1) ensuring business continuity, 2) building resilience, and 3) supporting the recovery when it eventually comes. Last week we began by introducing ‘Step One – Ensuring Continuity’. This week we are going to explore the [...]

There will be many lessons learned from the coronavirus pandemic and over the coming weeks and months we will cover and discuss their impact on accounts payable, the financial supply chain and overall business operations.  But, now is the time to face today’s challenges and ensure that AP’s resources are focused on the most important [...]