For organizations using Infor SyteLine, managing day-to-day manufacturing operations feels intuitive, efficient, and precise. The ERP was built with complex industrial workflows in mind, and it delivers. But when it comes to accounts payable (AP), many finance teams still rely on manual workarounds that don’t reflect the power or flexibility of the SyteLine system they’ve invested in.
At Nimbello, we believe in building on what’s already working. That’s why our AP automation solution integrates directly with Infor SyteLine to bring intelligent invoice processing and streamlined workflows into a system your team already knows and trusts. We don’t replace what’s good — we enhance what’s possible.
Let’s take a closer look at some of the common challenges Infor SyteLine users face when it comes to their AP workflow, and how automation helps solve them:
4 Common AP Challenges for SyteLine Users
Infor SyteLine provides a strong foundation for financial operations, but the accounts payable process can still feel disjointed. But these issues don’t mean SyteLine is lacking; they point to areas where purpose-built automation tools can help extend its capabilities.
Without an integrated AP automation solution, like Nimbello, the accounts payable process can become a mix of spreadsheets, disconnected documents, and manual entry. This can significantly slow down your financial operations, especially for organizations managing a high volume of PO-based invoices.
Challenge #1: Manual Invoice Entry
Because SyteLine doesn’t have built-in optical character recognition (OCR), invoice data needs to be manually keyed in. This not only adds time to the process but also increases the potential for human error and takes your team away from more strategic work.
The Solution: Intelligent Invoice Capture with OCR
In an automated system, invoices arriving by email, scan, or upload are automatically captured and digitized. OCR and machine-learning technology then extract key invoice data, check it against your PO and vendor records, and flag any mismatches before approval begins.
Challenge #2: Limited Approval Capabilities
Without automatic invoice routing, approvals may happen via email, in spreadsheets, or through manual handoffs. This can make it difficult to track who needs to review what — and when or if items get approved. And if an approver is out of office or unaware, an invoice may become stalled, which may lead to late payments or strained vendor relationships.
The Solution: Adaptive Approval Workflows
Most AP automation solutions offer custom routing rules that allow you to build workflows that reflect your business structure. Each invoice is tracked from start to finish, with time stamps and audit logs to maintain visibility.
Challenge #3: Complex PO Matching
Purchase order (PO) matching is an essential part of AP, especially in manufacturing. But when the process is done by hand, it’s easy for discrepancies or duplicates to fall through the cracks. Adding multi-line POs and partial deliveries into the mix can make the process more time-consuming.
The Solution: Reliable PO and 3-Way Matching
Designed for PO-heavy environments, AP automation solutions — like Nimbello — accurately and quickly match invoices to purchase orders and receipts. Partial shipments, freight charges, and other common complications are handled easily, while exceptions are marked for review.
Challenge #4: Scattered Document Management
When invoices, receipts, and approvals live across different folders or platforms, it’s tough to track invoice status. Teams spend time hunting for paperwork instead of managing cash flow. Audits become more difficult, and visibility across departments is limited.
The Solution: Centralized Invoice Archive
With a comprehensive AP automation solution, all invoice documentation is stored in a central digital archive. Your team can search by vendor, date, amount, or PO number to quickly and easily find what they need, whether for a payment status update or a year-end audit.
What Makes Nimbello a Smart Add-on for Infor SyteLine
The Nimbello platform isn’t just compatible with Infor SyteLine. It was built with SyteLine users in mind.
Nimbello is an Infor SyteLine-integrated AP automation solution that helps streamline the invoice-to-payment process. Built by a team with deep SyteLine experience, our solution connects directly to your ERP and enhances the way your AP team works, without requiring a full system overhaul.
Here’s what sets Nimbello apart:
- Built by SyteLine Experts: We developed our platform in collaboration with the FAIC Group, a long-standing SyteLine consultancy. That means we understand how your ERP works and how to integrate with it smoothly.
- Direct SyteLine Integration: Nimbello connects directly to SyteLine for real-time updates and easy maintenance.
- Tailored for Manufacturing: Our workflows were designed for the unique needs of manufacturers, who deal with high volumes of PO-based invoices, multiple locations, and multi-layered approvals.
- Quick, Low-Lift Implementation: Nimbello works with the processes you already have in place, so you don’t need to change your existing system — we’re here to work with what you have in place and help make your SyteLine experience even better.
- Proven Success: Trusted by manufacturers across sectors like aerospace, industrial, and distribution, Nimbello helps streamline AP without adding complexity.
Nimbello helps us to be able to upload the hundreds of invoices we receive in a day for processing. It saves an incredible amount of time.
— G2 Verified User
Nimbello + SyteLine: How It All Comes Together
Let’s walk through the full AP process with Nimbello and Infor SyteLine working together:
- Vendor and PO data syncs from SyteLine into Nimbello
- Invoices are captured through OCR and validated
- Approval workflows route invoices to the right reviewers
- Approved invoices are posted back into SyteLine
- Payment data and confirmations are updated in both systems
The result: A clean, efficient workflow that fits seamlessly into your existing operations.
Ready to Enhance Your Infor SyteLine Experience?
Nimbello is more than an AP tool. It’s a purpose-built SyteLine add-on that helps your team work faster, stay organized, and maintain full control over the accounts payable process.
If you're looking to reduce manual entry, improve visibility, and make the most of your SyteLine ERP, we’d love to show you what’s possible. Contact us to schedule a demo today!