Andrew Bartolini, founder and chief research officer for Ardent Partners, has been tracking how accounts payable evolves for 20 years and publishing an annual report for the past decade to help teams plan for what’s next.
Now he’s launching a short, four-part video series on Accounts Payable 2026: Big Trends and Predictions. Each video is under 60 seconds and covers one major trend, one bold prediction, and key takeaways.
Today’s final video in our series, The Rise of the Professional AP Manager, explores the rise of the professional AP manager, where digital and cross-functional skills are valued, and AP is valued for its strategic insight rather than invoice volume. Follow along here and on Payables Place as we break down the major trends and predictions shaping the 2026 AP agenda.
