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title: Manufacturing
url: https://www.medius.com/customers/manufacturing/
updated: 2026-08-07T14:19:39Z
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# AP that keeps up with manufacturing demands

Speed approvals, payments, and production without delays.

[Watch a demo](https://www.medius.com/watch-a-demo/ "Watch a demo")

## AP automation built for manufacturers

Rising costs, tariffs, and complex supply chains put pressure on manufacturers to do more with less. [Medius AI-powered solutions](https://www.medius.com/solutions/ "Solutions") bring the same precision that powers your production floor to your finance function, speeding approvals, improving supplier relationships, and keeping cash flow predictable.

![Medius Payments](https://www.medius.com/media/c1rl23qb/payments-awaiting-approval.png?rmode=max&width=372&height=0&v=1dce87a44301c10)

[Automate AP](https://www.medius.com/solutions/medius-accounts-payable-automation/ "Medius Accounts Payable Automation")

[Pay without delay](https://www.medius.com/solutions/medius-payments/ "Medius Payments")

## Build stronger supplier partnerships
with smarter payments

On-time, accurate payments

- On-time, accurate payments
- Instant supplier communication
- Simplified invoice capture
- Accurate statement reconciliation

### On-time, accurate payments

Process PO invoices in as little as one day while preventing duplicates or fraudulent charges.

[Medius AP Automation](https://www.medius.com/solutions/medius-accounts-payable-automation/ "Medius Accounts Payable Automation")

![Medius Payments](https://www.medius.com/media/zajheboj/payments-control-visibility.png?rmode=max&width=372&height=0&v=1dce87a44461510)

### Instant supplier communication

Reduce emails and calls with AI that automatically updates vendors on invoice status and expected payment timelines.

[Medius Supplier Conversations](https://www.medius.com/solutions/supplier-conversations/ "Supplier Conversations")

![Medius Supplier Conversations](https://www.medius.com/media/cvwnseme/supplier-conversations-invoice-status.png?rmode=max&width=372&height=0&v=1dad180cd90f820)

### Simplified invoice capture

Paper, email, or EDI: digitize and route every invoice instantly with zero manual keying.

[Medius Invoice Capture](https://www.medius.com/solutions/medius-accounts-payable-automation/invoice-capture/ "Invoice Capture")

![Medius Capture Insights](https://www.medius.com/media/u3qpfenr/capture-insights.png?rmode=max&width=372&height=0&v=1dccdee482706e0)

### Accurate statement reconciliation

Automatically reconcile supplier statements, reduce manual work, and keep accounts up to date.

[Medius Statement Reconciliation](https://www.medius.com/solutions/medius-accounts-payable-automation/statement-reconciliation/ "Statement Reconciliation")

![Medius Statement Reconciliation](https://www.medius.com/media/0oulawj4/statement-reconciliation-matched.png?rmode=max&width=372&height=0&v=1dc0bcb06b0f800)

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## Global trade and tariff policy changes have you pulling your hair out?

Navigate the uncertainty with clarity and control.

[See helpful resources](https://www.medius.com/lps/tariff-planning/ "Tariff Planning")

## Turn payables data into insights that drive profitability

When you know exactly where your money is going, you can make smarter decisions
and respond faster to supply chain or regulatory pressures.

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**Optimize cash flow** with [Medius Payments](https://www.medius.com/solutions/medius-payments/ "Medius Payments"), approving invoices faster and capturing early payment discounts.

![Analytics - Automation Insights screen](https://www.medius.com/media/vk3l3hrk/analytics-automation-insights.png?cc=0.1304833484083102,0,0.2929671503067906,0&width=310&height=270&v=1d93bff7838d4f0)

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**Analyze spend** by region, supplier, or category with [Medius Analytics](https://www.medius.com/solutions/medius-analytics/ "Medius Analytics") to uncover trends, mitigate tariff impacts, and negotiate better terms.

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**Ensure accuracy** at every step with [Medius Fraud & Risk Detection](https://www.medius.com/solutions/fraud-risk-detection/ "Fraud & Risk Detection"), AI-powered to flag anomalies before payment.

“Medius has a great analytics module that gives me all of my KPIs at my fingertips on a timely basis. It’s allowing us to look deeper into what’s going on on a monthly and daily basis.”

**Nick Haigh**
Director of Financial Process and Transactions, Marshalls

[See case study](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/marshalls/ "Marshalls")

[![Marshalls logo](https://www.medius.com/media/wfrbnta5/marshalls.svg?rmode=max&width=270&height=46)](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/marshalls/ "Marshalls")

## Grow your business, not your back office

Handle high invoice volumes without adding staff.

Touchless processing

94.9% of invoices processed automatically.

Mobile approvals

Approvers can review and approve anywhere.

ERP integration

Dynamics 365, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, and Infor.

Statement reconciliation

Quickly match supplier statements to invoices for faster resolution.

[See how customers are thriving](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/?tag=6625)

[!\[Great Northern Equipment Distributing case study cover\](https://www.medius.com/media/jtfpnqdq/case-studies-menu_greatnorthern.png?rmode=max&width=372&height=0&v=1dae80ae7a8d750)](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/great-northern-equipment-distributing/)

“Medius has given me more time in my day. It reduces mistakes while helping to save time and money. I think it’s a wonderful tool and I definitely recommend Medius to other companies, particularly those in manufacturing.”

**Laura Anthony**
Accounts Payable and Receivable Specialist,
Great Northern Equipment Distributing

[Read case study](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/great-northern-equipment-distributing/ "Great Northern Equipment Distributing")

## Addressing AP challenges in manufacturing

Manual accounts payable processes can drag down manufacturing efficiency with invoice backlogs and approval delays. AP automation speeds things up, reduces mistakes, and boosts visibility, helping operations run more smoothly and efficiently.

[Get the report](https://www.medius.com/resources/guides-reports/addressing-top-ap-challenges-in-manufacturing/ "Addressing Top AP Challenges in Manufacturing")

[!\[Addressing top AP challenges in manufacturing report cover\](https://www.medius.com/media/5drd3yrg/addressing-top-ap-challenges-menu-page.png?rmode=max&width=372&height=0&v=1dbbec33bc72a50)](https://www.medius.com/resources/guides-reports/addressing-top-ap-challenges-in-manufacturing/)

## Ensure accuracy and compliance

Reduce risk and keep your business audit-ready.

**Automated validation** of invoice fields against contracts and charts-of-accounts.

**Three-way matching** checks quantity, price, and PO terms before approval.

**Role-based approval workflows** enforce policies automatically.

**ERP integration** ensures approved data flows seamlessly to your financial systems.

[Stay compliant](https://www.medius.com/solutions/medius-accounts-payable-automation/compliance/ "Compliance")

## Cut costs and capture savings

Automated AP helps manufacturers control spend and improve profitability:

**Early payment discounts** captured automatically.

**Eliminate duplicate payments** via digital matching and reporting.

**Control maverick spend** with centralized reporting.

**Reduce operational costs** — postage, printing, and manual labor.

[See real-world savings](https://www.medius.com/customers/ap-benchmark-report/ "AP Benchmark Report")

## Why manufacturers choose Medius AP

Manufacturers trust Medius. Here are some of the brands we work with:

## Thorlux positioned for supported growth and continued success

“We needed a solution that is flexible, capable of managing multiple ERP systems, and aligned with our vision. Medius truly understands our journey, offering a seamless and efficient process that allows us to focus on what matters most, driving the growth of our business.”

Michelle Hammersley
Finance Director, Thorlux Lighting

[See case study](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/thorlux/ "Thorlux")

[!\[Puma logo\](https://www.medius.com/media/3syn2tfd/puma.png?rmode=max&width=150&height=0&v=1d9329e0e353590)](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/puma-video/)

[!\[Nissan logo\](https://www.medius.com/media/qzahgduq/nissan.png?rmode=max&width=150&height=0&v=1d93685757eba10)](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/nissan-source-to-pay/)

https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/wd-40-video/

https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/marshalls/

https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/samuel-son-co/

https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/trs-case-study/

[!\[NIC Global Manufacturing Solutions logo\](https://www.medius.com/media/nakkaqhd/nic-global.png?rmode=max&width=150&height=0&v=1d93ce2a3f9c1b0)](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/nic-global/)

https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/victaulic-ap-automation/

[!\[SMC logo\](https://www.medius.com/media/nvph21q5/smc.png?rmode=max&width=150&height=0&v=1d9387146268610)](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/smc-ap-automation/)

[!\[Dynapac logo\](https://www.medius.com/media/n5idl10g/dynapac.png?rmode=max&width=150&height=0&v=1d960de7183a780)](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/dynapac-ap-automation/)

[!\[Briggs Equipment logo\](https://www.medius.com/media/txblpa4j/briggs.png?rmode=max&width=150&height=0&v=1d9418db956adc0)](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/briggs-equipment-ap-automation/)

[!\[Belron logo\](https://www.medius.com/media/r4whpobd/belron.png?rmode=max&width=150&height=0&v=1d9329868984e10)](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/belron-source-to-contract/)

[!\[Puma logo\](https://www.medius.com/media/3syn2tfd/puma.png?rmode=max&width=150&height=0&v=1d9329e0e353590)](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/puma-video/)

[!\[Nissan logo\](https://www.medius.com/media/qzahgduq/nissan.png?rmode=max&width=150&height=0&v=1d93685757eba10)](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/nissan-source-to-pay/)

https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/wd-40-video/

https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/marshalls/

https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/samuel-son-co/

https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/trs-case-study/

[!\[NIC Global Manufacturing Solutions logo\](https://www.medius.com/media/nakkaqhd/nic-global.png?rmode=max&width=150&height=0&v=1d93ce2a3f9c1b0)](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/nic-global/)

https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/victaulic-ap-automation/

[!\[SMC logo\](https://www.medius.com/media/nvph21q5/smc.png?rmode=max&width=150&height=0&v=1d9387146268610)](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/smc-ap-automation/)

[!\[Dynapac logo\](https://www.medius.com/media/n5idl10g/dynapac.png?rmode=max&width=150&height=0&v=1d960de7183a780)](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/dynapac-ap-automation/)

[!\[Briggs Equipment logo\](https://www.medius.com/media/txblpa4j/briggs.png?rmode=max&width=150&height=0&v=1d9418db956adc0)](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/briggs-equipment-ap-automation/)

[!\[Belron logo\](https://www.medius.com/media/r4whpobd/belron.png?rmode=max&width=150&height=0&v=1d9329868984e10)](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/belron-source-to-contract/)

[Discover more](https://www.medius.com/resources/case-studies/?tag=6625)

## AI or traditional AP tools?
Learn the difference.

Wondering how AI compares to traditional AP tools? This guide has you covered. From catching fraud to speeding up ROI, you’ll discover the key perks of using AI. Plus, we’ve added a handy buyer checklist and decision framework to help you choose the right option.

[Get a copy](https://www.medius.com/resources/guides-reports/buyers-comparison-guide-for-ap-automation-ai-vs-traditional-tools/ "Buyers comparison guide for AP automation: AI vs. traditional tools")

[!\[Buyer’s comparison guide for AP automation: AI vs. traditional tools - guide cover\](https://www.medius.com/media/maifrk4z/resource-menu_buyers-comparison-guide-apa.png?rmode=max&width=372&height=0&v=1dbd0ec072d4c30)](https://www.medius.com/resources/guides-reports/buyers-comparison-guide-for-ap-automation-ai-vs-traditional-tools/)

Resources to get you started.

[8.7.2026
AP Automation
Why manufacturing invoice matching creates so many exceptions](https://www.medius.com/blog/why-manufacturing-invoice-matching-creates-so-many-exceptions/)

[8.6.2026
AP Automation
How can manufacturers improve invoice matching and PO matching?](https://www.medius.com/blog/how-can-manufacturers-improve-invoice-matching-and-po-matching/)

[8.6.2026
AP Automation
What happens when invoice matching fails in manufacturing?](https://www.medius.com/blog/what-happens-when-invoice-matching-fails-in-manufacturing/)

[7.27.2026
AP Automation
How global manufacturers prepare AP operations for e-invoicing mandates](https://www.medius.com/blog/how-global-manufacturers-prepare-ap-operations-for-e-invoicing-mandates/)

[6.16.2026
AP Automation
Best AP automation software for manufacturing](https://www.medius.com/blog/best-ap-automation-software-for-manufacturing/)

[2.16.2026
Accounts Payable
How manufacturing AP teams eliminate exceptions with intelligent automation](https://www.medius.com/blog/how-manufacturing-ap-teams-eliminate-exceptions-with-intelligent-automation/)

[2.6.2026
Accounts Payable
How controllers streamline AP across plants without replacing ERP](https://www.medius.com/blog/how-controllers-streamline-ap-across-plants-without-replacing-erp/)

[Guides & Reports
Addressing Top AP Challenges in Manufacturing](https://www.medius.com/resources/guides-reports/addressing-top-ap-challenges-in-manufacturing/)

[Accounts Payable
How manufacturing companies benefit from AI-driven accounts payable automation](https://www.medius.com/blog/how-manufacturing-companies-benefit-from-ai-driven-accounts-payable-automation/)

[!\[two construction workers pointing at a laptop in a manufacturing plant\](https://www.medius.com/media/hu3gz0oe/shutterstock_761907331-min.png?width=340&height=245&v=1d93133d5ead390)
Accounts Payable
Optimizing AP in manufacturing: Streamlining invoice processes for large-scale production](https://www.medius.com/blog/optimizing-ap-in-manufacturing-streamlining-invoice-processes-for-large-scale-production/)

[Accounts Payable
How AP automation helps manufacturing companies reduce costs & improve efficiency](https://www.medius.com/blog/how-ap-automation-helps-manufacturing-companies/)

[Accounts Payable
The power of AP automation for manufacturing companies](https://www.medius.com/blog/power-of-ap-automation-for-manufacturing-companies/)

[Accounts Payable
Manufacturers Face Significant Challenges, Accounts Payable Shouldn't Be One Of Them](https://www.medius.com/blog/manufacturers-face-significant-challenges-accounts-payable-shouldn-t-be-one-of-them/)

[!\[Yellow Construction hat on a table next to an open laptop\](https://www.medius.com/media/sntkxsi4/ap-1.jpg?width=340&height=245&v=1d91fc461c594d0)
Accounts Payable
Simplifying subcontractor and supplier management in construction projects with AP](https://www.medius.com/blog/simplifying-subcontractor-and-supplier-management-in-construction-projects-with-ap/)

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