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Prevent AP Apathy
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Despite the importance of the accounts payable department to the success of the organization as a whole, AP professionals can sometimes become apathetic towards their jobs, especially if they feel undervalued by their internal customers.
This issue features key tips for keeping AP staff engaged in their jobs. In addition, be sure to participate in The Accounts Payable Network's latest benchmarking survey, highlighted below.
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AP Apathy |
Financial Operations Networks VP Susan Bova interacts with plenty of AP professionals. In her experience, no department is immune from AP apathy. Fortunately, it's also possible to come back.
See Susan's latest blog entry, Don't Let AP Apathy Set In on TAPC.
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Engaging AP |
The best way to combat apathy in any situation is to engage your mind. This applies to AP professionals. The following are ways to keep you and your staff engaged in improving your AP deoartment:
- Ask "why": When evaluating your AP processes, don't be afraid to ask management why tasks are performed the way they are
- Develop and Track Metrics: The right metrics can help you focus your attention on improving inefficient processes.
- Adopt a Continuous Improvement Culture: A formal program like Kaizen or Six Sigma, or simply meeting with staff each week, can keep your staff engaged.
Anpther way to engage AP staff is to involve them in process improvements, including technology upgrades.
Sign up for TAPC's upcoming no-cost webinar, Real Answers to Real AP Automation Questions, featuring David Hay, Consultant, and Adam Slick, Marketing and Research Manager, Verian Technologies, to further educate you and your staff. Earns 1 CEU.
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Just for Fun! |
Warning labels can help keep consumers from misusing products and potentially hurting themselves. However, sometimes these labels can go a bit too far. See 15 Stunningly Dumb Warning Labels.
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