The invoice-to-pay process is a formal request for payment related to goods or services, typically starting with the receipt of an invoice from a vendor/seller, followed by checking its validity and approval processes. Automation of this process has become increasingly important due to the volume and complexity of transactions, offering benefits such as rapid processing, better vendor-client relationships, prevention of errors, and improved transparency. The automation involves data capture, coding invoices with correct account and cost center information, approving invoices, matching them to purchase orders, and posting for payments. Software solutions like Nanonets use AI-enabled invoice readers to intelligently capture relevant data with minimal errors, streamlining the process, reducing paper clutter, and enhancing productivity. The choice of an automation tool depends on factors such as budget allocation, scale of business, bottom line, investment potential, ease of use, tech support, and integration with existing digital tools.