Finance in the Clouds Sun, 08 Mar 2026 03:03:15 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1941811 en-us © 2026 Finance in the Clouds yes ed4f8407-f947-5485-a684-058bfb399f48 Zone & Co episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Zone & Co https://storage.buzzsprout.com/g37bzvbgyoz8uywa5z5qsa2f5q91?.jpg Finance in the Clouds Revolutionizing Invoice Scanning with OCR Revolutionizing Invoice Scanning with OCR Throughout this mini series about OCR (Optical Character Recognition) technology, we explored the challenges faced by businesses that process invoices in a traditional manner, the birth of OCR technology, its evolution, and its limitless possibilities. In this final installment, join us as we unravel its potential to streamline and automate invoice processing. 

Our guests, Dennis van der Graaf, Product Manager, and Justyna Bielak, Product Owner, share their expertise on this cutting-edge technology and how it will shape the future of invoice scanning. 

Tune in to discover the true potential of OCR invoice scanning and how your business can gain a competitive edge by leveraging this innovative technology. 

]]> Throughout this mini series about OCR (Optical Character Recognition) technology, we explored the challenges faced by businesses that process invoices in a traditional manner, the birth of OCR technology, its evolution, and its limitless possibilities. In this final installment, join us as we unravel its potential to streamline and automate invoice processing. 

Our guests, Dennis van der Graaf, Product Manager, and Justyna Bielak, Product Owner, share their expertise on this cutting-edge technology and how it will shape the future of invoice scanning. 

Tune in to discover the true potential of OCR invoice scanning and how your business can gain a competitive edge by leveraging this innovative technology. 

]]> https://youtu.be/2fr8f5aN42A Zone & Co Buzzsprout-12873828 Thu, 18 May 2023 10:00:00 -0400 1028 ocr netsuite, netsuite ocr, scan invoices netsuite, vendor bill scanning netsuite, accounts payable automation netsuite, ap automation netsuite, invoice scanning netsuite, ocr software netsuite, pdf scanning netsuite, document scanning netsuite, automate 25 full false How A.I. powered document processing and OCR are changing accounts payable with Maxime Vermeir from ABBYY How A.I. powered document processing and OCR are changing accounts payable with Maxime Vermeir from ABBYY In this episode, we delve deeper into OCR invoice scanning and how it can benefit your business. We’re joined by Maxime Vermeir, Senior Director for technology marketing at ABBYY, a leading provider of intelligent document processing solutions.

Maxime shares how Artificial Intelligence, machine learning, intelligent document processing, and OCR invoice scanning work together to automate your invoice processing.  He also gives insight into how these technologies work together to improve efficiency, reduce errors, and save businesses time.

Whether you're a small business owner or a large enterprise, this episode is packed with valuable information you won't want to miss.

]]> In this episode, we delve deeper into OCR invoice scanning and how it can benefit your business. We’re joined by Maxime Vermeir, Senior Director for technology marketing at ABBYY, a leading provider of intelligent document processing solutions.

Maxime shares how Artificial Intelligence, machine learning, intelligent document processing, and OCR invoice scanning work together to automate your invoice processing.  He also gives insight into how these technologies work together to improve efficiency, reduce errors, and save businesses time.

Whether you're a small business owner or a large enterprise, this episode is packed with valuable information you won't want to miss.

]]> https://youtu.be/9MOxAxkWADU Zone & Co Buzzsprout-12779440 Fri, 05 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1277 ocr netsuite, netsuite ocr, scan invoices netsuite, vendor bill scanning netsuite, accounts payable automation netsuite, ap automation netsuite, invoice scanning netsuite, ocr software netsuite, pdf scanning netsuite, document scanning netsuite, automate 24 full false Unlocking efficiency with OCR invoice scanning Unlocking efficiency with OCR invoice scanning Curious about OCR invoice scanning and how it can revolutionize your accounts payable process? 

Join us in our latest podcast episode as we delve into the intricacies of this cutting-edge technology with Justyna and Dennis from our Product Management team. From demystifying OCR invoice processing to showcasing how it harnesses the power of artificial intelligence, we'll explore why it's a game-changing solution for your AP team.

Get ready for our exciting new mini-series on OCR technology and invoice scanning, starting with this episode! Don't miss out on optimizing your AP workflow with OCR invoice scanning. 

]]> Curious about OCR invoice scanning and how it can revolutionize your accounts payable process? 

Join us in our latest podcast episode as we delve into the intricacies of this cutting-edge technology with Justyna and Dennis from our Product Management team. From demystifying OCR invoice processing to showcasing how it harnesses the power of artificial intelligence, we'll explore why it's a game-changing solution for your AP team.

Get ready for our exciting new mini-series on OCR technology and invoice scanning, starting with this episode! Don't miss out on optimizing your AP workflow with OCR invoice scanning. 

]]> https://youtu.be/zyoz6OIQGiA Zone & Co Buzzsprout-12685224 Fri, 21 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 896 netsuite ocr, ocr netsuite, ocr invoice scanning, invoice ocr, scan invoices netsuite, vendor bill scanning netsuite, accounts payable automation netsuite 23 full false How to create the foundation for the successful adoption of an ERP How to create the foundation for the successful adoption of an ERP You may have already decided to transition to an Enterprise Resourse Planning system (ERP), but the success of the adoption relies heavily on creating a strong foundation. 

The question is, how can you ensure that?

We discuss this in the latest episode of our Finance in the Clouds podcast. Tyler Santos, VP of Engineering, and Joseph Scavotto, Senior Director of Solution Consulting, Of Zone & Co, share invaluable insights on how to set up a solid foundation for your ERP implementation and pave the way for a fully automated future.

You'll gain a deep understanding of what a strong foundation looks like, where to start building it, and how to take the first steps toward successful adoption of an ERP system at your company. 


]]> You may have already decided to transition to an Enterprise Resourse Planning system (ERP), but the success of the adoption relies heavily on creating a strong foundation. 

The question is, how can you ensure that?

We discuss this in the latest episode of our Finance in the Clouds podcast. Tyler Santos, VP of Engineering, and Joseph Scavotto, Senior Director of Solution Consulting, Of Zone & Co, share invaluable insights on how to set up a solid foundation for your ERP implementation and pave the way for a fully automated future.

You'll gain a deep understanding of what a strong foundation looks like, where to start building it, and how to take the first steps toward successful adoption of an ERP system at your company. 


]]> Zone & Co Buzzsprout-12446861 Fri, 17 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 869 22 full false When is the right time to transition to an ERP? When is the right time to transition to an ERP? Let’s talk about one of the most important decisions business owners face:

When is the right time to transition to an ERP?

In today's episode of Finance in the Clouds podcast, we are joined by Joe Scavotto, Senior Director of Solution Consulting, and Tyler Santos, VP of Engineering, both from Zone, to discuss:

The factors that can help you determine whether an ERP system is the right choice for your business. How to know when the time is right to make the switch? The potential risks of transitioning too early or too late, and how to avoid them

By the end of this episode, you'll better understand what to look for and how to make an informed decision.

]]> Let’s talk about one of the most important decisions business owners face:

When is the right time to transition to an ERP?

In today's episode of Finance in the Clouds podcast, we are joined by Joe Scavotto, Senior Director of Solution Consulting, and Tyler Santos, VP of Engineering, both from Zone, to discuss:

The factors that can help you determine whether an ERP system is the right choice for your business. How to know when the time is right to make the switch? The potential risks of transitioning too early or too late, and how to avoid them

By the end of this episode, you'll better understand what to look for and how to make an informed decision.

]]> https://youtu.be/cCtFMVh7NfI Zone & Co Buzzsprout-12361153 Fri, 03 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 984 NetSuite, netsuite, what role should I hire for my netsuite implementations, netsuite implementation, getting set up with netsuite, netsuite integrations 21 full false How technology can simplify your sales tax compliance How technology can simplify your sales tax compliance In our previous two episodes, we talked about the basics of sales tax, tax law complexity, and the importance of compliance. We also heard directly from a customer about their experience in dealing with these ever-evolving changes. 

In this episode, we welcome back our special guests George Padilha, Senior Strategic Alliance Manager, and Sam Blass, Sales Executive from Avalara, to talk about the tax hurdles faced by finance teams at fast-growing companies and more importantly, how technology can help them remove the stressors and limitations and assist with ensuring the business is always compliant. 

George and Sam shed light on possible solutions for the sales tax compliance burden and tell you more about how Avalara's powerful cloud-based tax compliance solution can make navigating the sales tax waters a breeze. 


]]> In our previous two episodes, we talked about the basics of sales tax, tax law complexity, and the importance of compliance. We also heard directly from a customer about their experience in dealing with these ever-evolving changes. 

In this episode, we welcome back our special guests George Padilha, Senior Strategic Alliance Manager, and Sam Blass, Sales Executive from Avalara, to talk about the tax hurdles faced by finance teams at fast-growing companies and more importantly, how technology can help them remove the stressors and limitations and assist with ensuring the business is always compliant. 

George and Sam shed light on possible solutions for the sales tax compliance burden and tell you more about how Avalara's powerful cloud-based tax compliance solution can make navigating the sales tax waters a breeze. 


]]> https://youtu.be/J9XNA7wAc2c Zone & Co Buzzsprout-12268759 Fri, 17 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 838 sales tax, complex sales tax, how to find sales tax, what is sales tax, how does sales tax work, sales tax in america, sales tax complexities, finance in the cloud 20 full false Risky business: why sales tax is no joke Risky business: why sales tax is no joke In our last episode, we talked with our partners from Avalara about the basics of sales tax compliance and why it's crucial for businesses. We're taking it a step further in today's episode and sharing a story from one of our ZoneBilling customers, Nichole Peterson from Chatmeter.

Nichole shares her company's journey to becoming and staying compliant with ever-changing sales tax regulations. From identifying the need for process efficiencies to finding a solution that worked for them, she gives a clear picture of the struggles and triumphs along the way. Plus, we also explore the idea of a world without worrying about sales tax. Hmm, is it a dream or a reality? Let’s find out together!

P.S. Be sure to catch the final episode in this 3-part series on sales tax complexity and compliance, which will air on February 17. In this episode, you'll hear about what it is like to have seamless tax compliance and how technology can simplify the entire process. It's gonna be a good one. Stay tuned!

]]> In our last episode, we talked with our partners from Avalara about the basics of sales tax compliance and why it's crucial for businesses. We're taking it a step further in today's episode and sharing a story from one of our ZoneBilling customers, Nichole Peterson from Chatmeter.

Nichole shares her company's journey to becoming and staying compliant with ever-changing sales tax regulations. From identifying the need for process efficiencies to finding a solution that worked for them, she gives a clear picture of the struggles and triumphs along the way. Plus, we also explore the idea of a world without worrying about sales tax. Hmm, is it a dream or a reality? Let’s find out together!

P.S. Be sure to catch the final episode in this 3-part series on sales tax complexity and compliance, which will air on February 17. In this episode, you'll hear about what it is like to have seamless tax compliance and how technology can simplify the entire process. It's gonna be a good one. Stay tuned!

]]> https://youtu.be/aFSGnD5zPUE Zone & Co Buzzsprout-12170298 Fri, 03 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 995 Sales tax, sales tax compliance, sales tax complexities, sales tax struggles, staying tax complianct, tax conpliance, tax compliance 19 full false Complexities in sales tax Complexities in sales tax With constant changes in tax laws staying compliant can be a difficult task. So let's talk about it! 💪 In this first episode of a three-part series, we'll kick off a deep dive into the complexities of sales tax with the help of the experts at Avalara!


From the importance of compliance, law complexity, constant changes, and ways to manage it all in an easier way—we cover it all.  So tune in to learn from the best in business on navigating the ever-changing world of sales tax compliance. 🎧💡


P.S. - Set yourself a reminder to listen to the next episodes in this series to hear some real-life examples of dealing with tax compliance and how technology can help make it a breeze.



]]> With constant changes in tax laws staying compliant can be a difficult task. So let's talk about it! 💪 In this first episode of a three-part series, we'll kick off a deep dive into the complexities of sales tax with the help of the experts at Avalara!


From the importance of compliance, law complexity, constant changes, and ways to manage it all in an easier way—we cover it all.  So tune in to learn from the best in business on navigating the ever-changing world of sales tax compliance. 🎧💡


P.S. - Set yourself a reminder to listen to the next episodes in this series to hear some real-life examples of dealing with tax compliance and how technology can help make it a breeze.



]]> https://youtu.be/pbbFf5XjSOU Zone & Co Buzzsprout-12069094 Fri, 20 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0500 1403 sales tax, complex sales tax, how to find sales tax, what is sales tax, how does sales tax work, sales tax in america, sales tax complexities, finance in the cloud 18 full false What NetSuite role should you hire for your implementation? What NetSuite role should you hire for your implementation? Integrating your business with an ERP can be a daunting task. How you prepare and approach your implementation can make all the difference. Join host Jake Jones and guests Jan Snyers and Micky Agyeman as they discuss some potential roles you could hire to help with your NetSuite implementation.

]]> Integrating your business with an ERP can be a daunting task. How you prepare and approach your implementation can make all the difference. Join host Jake Jones and guests Jan Snyers and Micky Agyeman as they discuss some potential roles you could hire to help with your NetSuite implementation.

]]> https://youtu.be/Cdc1VMosuss Zone & Co Buzzsprout-11993141 Fri, 06 Jan 2023 12:00:00 -0500 1405 NetSuite, netsuite, what role should I hire for my netsuite implementations, netsuite implementation, getting set up with netsuite, netsuite integrations 17 full false How automation can free you from the weight of payment reconciliation How automation can free you from the weight of payment reconciliation We’ve spent the last few episodes of Finance in the Clouds talking about the complexities of the payment process as well as hearing real-life experiences dealing with some of the pressure points. In today's episode, host Jake Jones and guest Janna Herman talk about how automation can free up your team from the tension of payment reconciliation. 

]]> We’ve spent the last few episodes of Finance in the Clouds talking about the complexities of the payment process as well as hearing real-life experiences dealing with some of the pressure points. In today's episode, host Jake Jones and guest Janna Herman talk about how automation can free up your team from the tension of payment reconciliation. 

]]> Zone & Co Buzzsprout-11884958 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 12:00:00 -0500 698 payment processing, payment processing companies, online payment processing companies, payment processing services, payment automation companies, payment automation software, process payments online, payment processing software, payment processing system, 16 full false Wasted hours: is payment reconciliation the wrench in your growth wheel? Wasted hours: is payment reconciliation the wrench in your growth wheel? We at Zone & Co talk a lot about the long-ranging problems that inefficient payment reconciliation causes. But what does it look like in real life?
 
According to the latest Finance in the Clouds episode, it’s like throwing a wrench into a complicated machine…then watching it slowly break down.
 
Not a pretty sight!
 
Listen in to this week's podcast as Sam Burkmon, Zone & Co’s Vice President of Brand, joins host Jake Jones to talk about his real-life payments process experiences and answer questions like:

What if payment reconciliation can’t keep up with an increase in transactions? 
What happens when there isn’t enough information to make informed decisions? 
What are the red flags that your usual methods aren’t working any more?

It’s all part of our continuing look at why upgrading your payment reconciliation process is so crucial to financial success. 
 
Happy listening!

]]> We at Zone & Co talk a lot about the long-ranging problems that inefficient payment reconciliation causes. But what does it look like in real life?
 
According to the latest Finance in the Clouds episode, it’s like throwing a wrench into a complicated machine…then watching it slowly break down.
 
Not a pretty sight!
 
Listen in to this week's podcast as Sam Burkmon, Zone & Co’s Vice President of Brand, joins host Jake Jones to talk about his real-life payments process experiences and answer questions like:

What if payment reconciliation can’t keep up with an increase in transactions? 
What happens when there isn’t enough information to make informed decisions? 
What are the red flags that your usual methods aren’t working any more?

It’s all part of our continuing look at why upgrading your payment reconciliation process is so crucial to financial success. 
 
Happy listening!

]]> Zone & Co Buzzsprout-11800380 Fri, 02 Dec 2022 12:00:00 -0500 1298 payment processing, payment processing companies, online payment processing companies, payment processing services, payment automation companies, payment automation software, process payments online, payment processing software, payment processing system, 15 full false Gratitude & schedule change announcement Gratitude & schedule change announcement Welcome to a special episode of Finance in the Clouds. Join host, Jake Jones as he shares some gratitude for our customers, partners, employees, listeners and guests. As well as discuss a schedule change for the podcast.

]]> Welcome to a special episode of Finance in the Clouds. Join host, Jake Jones as he shares some gratitude for our customers, partners, employees, listeners and guests. As well as discuss a schedule change for the podcast.

]]> Zone & Co Buzzsprout-11714475 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0500 125 finance in the clouds, gratitude full false Breaking down payments: How did processing payments get (so) complicated? Breaking down payments: How did processing payments get (so) complicated? No one ever says “The world will be less complicated tomorrow.”
 
Certainly not in the world of finance.

And definitely not when it comes to payment reconciliation.
 
In today's fast-paced world, more sales means more profits...but they can also mean transactions, more parties, more payment methods, more accounting backlog, more deadlines. No wonder finance teams often view payment processings the same way Hercules viewed the Hydra: finish one task and two more grow in its place!
 
It’s enough to make any finance department want to call it quits. But don’t give up hope just yet.

In the latest episode of Zone and Co’s podcast Finance in the Clouds, host Jake Jones talks with Stephen Murray, Managing Director at Scarecrow and Michael Burstein, Product Manager at Zone and Co, about the latest complexities of the payment reconciliation process, and what companies–large and small–can do about it. 

Are multiple payment gateways the answer–or do they just cause more problems? How can you provide great customer service and simplified payment options without bogging down your accounting department?

To learn more visit zoneandco.com

]]> No one ever says “The world will be less complicated tomorrow.”
 
Certainly not in the world of finance.

And definitely not when it comes to payment reconciliation.
 
In today's fast-paced world, more sales means more profits...but they can also mean transactions, more parties, more payment methods, more accounting backlog, more deadlines. No wonder finance teams often view payment processings the same way Hercules viewed the Hydra: finish one task and two more grow in its place!
 
It’s enough to make any finance department want to call it quits. But don’t give up hope just yet.

In the latest episode of Zone and Co’s podcast Finance in the Clouds, host Jake Jones talks with Stephen Murray, Managing Director at Scarecrow and Michael Burstein, Product Manager at Zone and Co, about the latest complexities of the payment reconciliation process, and what companies–large and small–can do about it. 

Are multiple payment gateways the answer–or do they just cause more problems? How can you provide great customer service and simplified payment options without bogging down your accounting department?

To learn more visit zoneandco.com

]]> https://youtu.be/hOpf21GJM3Y Zone & Co Buzzsprout-11676812 Fri, 11 Nov 2022 12:00:00 -0500 1187 payment processing,payment processing companies,online payment processing companies,payment processing services,process payments online,reconciliation software,account reconciliation software,credit card payment processing,ap automation,a p automation 14 full false Is automation the future of finance? Is automation the future of finance? It’s a basic fact that efficient financial processes are essential to a company’s growth. And regardless of industry there are more similarities than differences to financial management methods. But if that’s the case, then how can a company break away from the herd and really maximize financial efficiency?

The answer might lie in automation. The future of financial technology could depend on automation to standardize and organize laborious processes so that finance professionals can concentrate better on building strategic partnerships and identifying future opportunities. But while automation in the world of finance might be inevitable, will the benefits always outweigh the drawbacks?

In the latest episode of Zone & Co’s podcast, host Jake Jones and guests Joe Scavotto and Tyler Santos discuss automation of financial technology and how an ERP like NetSuite can enable better solutions for accounting, billing, risk management, compliance–and more. 

Some of the issues discussed are: 
🔄 Is financial automation reliable enough?
🤔 How can companies use automation without threatening the job security of company employees? 
🏦 What financial processes can be automated in ERP?
👍 What are the features of efficient financial automation?
🔍 What’s the best way for a company to use automation for financial management? 

To learn more visit zoneandco.com

]]> It’s a basic fact that efficient financial processes are essential to a company’s growth. And regardless of industry there are more similarities than differences to financial management methods. But if that’s the case, then how can a company break away from the herd and really maximize financial efficiency?

The answer might lie in automation. The future of financial technology could depend on automation to standardize and organize laborious processes so that finance professionals can concentrate better on building strategic partnerships and identifying future opportunities. But while automation in the world of finance might be inevitable, will the benefits always outweigh the drawbacks?

In the latest episode of Zone & Co’s podcast, host Jake Jones and guests Joe Scavotto and Tyler Santos discuss automation of financial technology and how an ERP like NetSuite can enable better solutions for accounting, billing, risk management, compliance–and more. 

Some of the issues discussed are: 
🔄 Is financial automation reliable enough?
🤔 How can companies use automation without threatening the job security of company employees? 
🏦 What financial processes can be automated in ERP?
👍 What are the features of efficient financial automation?
🔍 What’s the best way for a company to use automation for financial management? 

To learn more visit zoneandco.com

]]> https://youtu.be/4R_s25V_qL0 Zone & Co Buzzsprout-11580034 Fri, 28 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0400 1276 automation in finance 13 full false Finance from home Finance from home Working from home is not an entirely new concept, but it is a trend that is on the rise. More and more companies are finding creative solutions to let their employees work from anywhere and Finance is no exception.

Join host, Jake Jones and guest, Nick Cordon as they talk about work from home positions in finance and what it's like to work from home. 

Finance in the Clouds now posts bi-weekly on Fridays.  If you enjoyed today's conversation be sure to subscribe to Finance in the Clouds on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Amazon Music or watch us on YouTube on the Zone and Co Channel.

To learn more visit zoneandco.com


]]> Working from home is not an entirely new concept, but it is a trend that is on the rise. More and more companies are finding creative solutions to let their employees work from anywhere and Finance is no exception.

Join host, Jake Jones and guest, Nick Cordon as they talk about work from home positions in finance and what it's like to work from home. 

Finance in the Clouds now posts bi-weekly on Fridays.  If you enjoyed today's conversation be sure to subscribe to Finance in the Clouds on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Amazon Music or watch us on YouTube on the Zone and Co Channel.

To learn more visit zoneandco.com


]]> Zone & Co Buzzsprout-11500625 Fri, 14 Oct 2022 11:00:00 -0400 1659 12 full false NetSuite 2022 Release 2 | Improvement highlights & tools to help you prepare NetSuite 2022 Release 2 | Improvement highlights & tools to help you prepare Twice a year NetSuite launches updates for its users. In this insightful chat host Jake Jones, Elise Telechan, our Director of NetSuite Delivery in the US, and Lisa Foote, our NetSuite Optimization Consultant guide you through some of the big, important changes you need to know about.

]]> Twice a year NetSuite launches updates for its users. In this insightful chat host Jake Jones, Elise Telechan, our Director of NetSuite Delivery in the US, and Lisa Foote, our NetSuite Optimization Consultant guide you through some of the big, important changes you need to know about.

]]> Zone & Co Buzzsprout-11401056 Fri, 30 Sep 2022 11:00:00 -0400 1682 11 full false How to prepare for data migration How to prepare for data migration One of the biggest hurdles to overcome when you’re moving your business to an ERP or any new financial system is making sure your data is ready for the migration. Host, Jake Jones is joined on this episode by some data migration experts, Hamza Zia and Keith Goldschmidt to discuss how you can better prepare your business’s data. 

]]> One of the biggest hurdles to overcome when you’re moving your business to an ERP or any new financial system is making sure your data is ready for the migration. Host, Jake Jones is joined on this episode by some data migration experts, Hamza Zia and Keith Goldschmidt to discuss how you can better prepare your business’s data. 

]]> Zone & Co Buzzsprout-11318570 Fri, 16 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0400 1897 10 full false The importance of data protection in finance The importance of data protection in finance As more and more companies are turning to digital solutions for its data management and storage, how a company protects their data is more important than ever. In this episode, guests Martin KalKuhl from Alta Via and Julia Khan from Zone and Co talk all about the importance of data protection.

]]> As more and more companies are turning to digital solutions for its data management and storage, how a company protects their data is more important than ever. In this episode, guests Martin KalKuhl from Alta Via and Julia Khan from Zone and Co talk all about the importance of data protection.

]]> Zone & Co Buzzsprout-11208498 Fri, 02 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0400 2152 9 full false How the approvals process bottlenecks your business growth How the approvals process bottlenecks your business growth The approvals process is an important but often a time-consuming and error-prone task. Time spent tracking down who approved what means less time spent on your business. Which can limit your business’s growth. Host, Jake Jones and guests, Alex Ellis, Jacob Ross, and Tereza Yondemli discuss the approval process, what it’s really like, what solutions are out there, and how the approval process can bottleneck your business’s growth.

]]> The approvals process is an important but often a time-consuming and error-prone task. Time spent tracking down who approved what means less time spent on your business. Which can limit your business’s growth. Host, Jake Jones and guests, Alex Ellis, Jacob Ross, and Tereza Yondemli discuss the approval process, what it’s really like, what solutions are out there, and how the approval process can bottleneck your business’s growth.

]]> https://youtu.be/LkKEEU2irAE Zone & Co Buzzsprout-10838083 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 10:00:00 -0400 1810 approval process, approval workflow, approval software, approval workflow software, review and approval process, approval process workflow, approval workflows, workflow approval, approval flow chart, approval process software, hierarchy approval process, 8 full false How to prepare for electronic invoicing (e-invoicing) How to prepare for electronic invoicing (e-invoicing) Electronic Invoicing or E-Invoicing is slowly but surely taking over the world of finance. Join host, Jake Jones and guests, Dennis van der Graaf, Justyna Bielak, and Sammy Guirguis as they discuss what E-invoicing is and how to prepare your business to use it. 

]]> Electronic Invoicing or E-Invoicing is slowly but surely taking over the world of finance. Join host, Jake Jones and guests, Dennis van der Graaf, Justyna Bielak, and Sammy Guirguis as they discuss what E-invoicing is and how to prepare your business to use it. 

]]> https://youtu.be/oz-5nOQSgC0 Zone & Co Buzzsprout-10752545 Thu, 09 Jun 2022 10:00:00 -0400 1841 e invoicing, e-invoicing, electronic invoicing, e invoice, electronic invoice, electronic invoicing software, electronic invoices, e invoicing software, e-invoice, e invoicing solutions, e-invoicing accounts payable, e-invoicing software, e-invoice advant 7 full false The gateway paradox of payment reconciliation The gateway paradox of payment reconciliation Payment reconciliation can be one of the most time consuming parts of a finance team's workload. today we're going to discuss modernizations changing the payment reconciliation process and how they can unlock efficiencies and growth at your company. Join host, Jake Jones and guests, Jurian Van Maanen and Stephen Murray as they talk all things payment reconciliation.

]]> Payment reconciliation can be one of the most time consuming parts of a finance team's workload. today we're going to discuss modernizations changing the payment reconciliation process and how they can unlock efficiencies and growth at your company. Join host, Jake Jones and guests, Jurian Van Maanen and Stephen Murray as they talk all things payment reconciliation.

]]> https://youtu.be/sFKO7dRb8ek Zone & Co Buzzsprout-10713454 Thu, 02 Jun 2022 11:00:00 -0400 2033 payment reconciliation, reconciliation in payments, reconciliation of payments definition, payment reconciliation meaning, reconciliation payments meaning, automated payment reconciliation, payment reconciliation definition, payment reconciliation softwar 6 full false How do you prepare for variation in your business? How do you prepare for variation in your business? In our last podcast, we discussed the evolution of usage-based billing with Janna Herman and Sam Burkmon. We had a great conversation about how businesses need to prepare for variation in their business model. Join host, Jake Jones and guests, Eric Park and Keith Goldschmidt as they discuss how do you prepare for variation in your business?

]]> In our last podcast, we discussed the evolution of usage-based billing with Janna Herman and Sam Burkmon. We had a great conversation about how businesses need to prepare for variation in their business model. Join host, Jake Jones and guests, Eric Park and Keith Goldschmidt as they discuss how do you prepare for variation in your business?

]]> https://youtu.be/q7FUWo4Oqug Zone & Co Buzzsprout-10508879 Thu, 28 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0400 2219 5 full false The evolution of usage-based billing The evolution of usage-based billing All businesses have unique needs when it comes to how they bill their customers. One of the most popular billing methods is usage-based billing. Guests, Janna Hermon and Sam Burkmon join host, Jake Jones to discuss how usage-based billing has evolved over the years. 

What are some of your biggest struggles around usage-based billing? Let us know by emailing hello@zoneandco.com

To learn more, visit zoneandco.com

]]> All businesses have unique needs when it comes to how they bill their customers. One of the most popular billing methods is usage-based billing. Guests, Janna Hermon and Sam Burkmon join host, Jake Jones to discuss how usage-based billing has evolved over the years. 

What are some of your biggest struggles around usage-based billing? Let us know by emailing hello@zoneandco.com

To learn more, visit zoneandco.com

]]> Zone & Co Buzzsprout-10460983 Thu, 21 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0400 2016 4 full false Fears around scaling rapidly and how to do it right Fears around scaling rapidly and how to do it right Growth in your business can be exciting and is what most business owners are striving for. However, it can be dangerous and scary to grow too rapidly. Host, Jake Jones and guest, Hylke Sluis discuss the history of Fast Four and how they dealt with scaling rapidly.

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]]> https://youtu.be/1YH0zjbRiPw Zone & Co Buzzsprout-10376282 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0400 1867 Scaling rapidly 3 full false How have roles in finance changed since Covid-19? How have roles in finance changed since Covid-19? While the world is still dealing with Covid-19 and its many variants we are already seeing its impacts on the business world - especially on finance roles. Host, Jake Jones and guest, Jamie Beane discuss their experience over the last 2+ years. 

Watch the video version of the podcast here:
https://youtu.be/dc3WJVRf3Bw

]]> While the world is still dealing with Covid-19 and its many variants we are already seeing its impacts on the business world - especially on finance roles. Host, Jake Jones and guest, Jamie Beane discuss their experience over the last 2+ years. 

Watch the video version of the podcast here:
https://youtu.be/dc3WJVRf3Bw

]]> https://youtu.be/dc3WJVRf3Bw Zone & Co Buzzsprout-10348897 Wed, 30 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0400 1547 2 full false Does Excel still have a place in finance in 2022? Does Excel still have a place in finance in 2022? On this episode of Finance in the Clouds, we are asking the question “Does Excel Still Have a Place in Finances in 2022?” Like our show intro says every week Excel was created in 1985 and it is still one of the most widely used tools for presenting and analyzing data. In 2021, Excel had over 750 million users worldwide. Host Jake Jones and guest Patti Swanson discuss the pros and cons of Excel. 

]]> On this episode of Finance in the Clouds, we are asking the question “Does Excel Still Have a Place in Finances in 2022?” Like our show intro says every week Excel was created in 1985 and it is still one of the most widely used tools for presenting and analyzing data. In 2021, Excel had over 750 million users worldwide. Host Jake Jones and guest Patti Swanson discuss the pros and cons of Excel. 

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