Lecture

Digital Invoice Processing at EPFL

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This lecture covers the implementation of a digital invoice processing system at EPFL, including the centralization of invoices, advantages of the new system, collaboration with various departments, creation of purchase orders, email notifications for pending invoices, and the process of approving and processing invoices. It also emphasizes the importance of validating goods receipts, tips for handling invoices without purchase orders, and the significance of accurate account information. The lecture concludes with instructions on how to forward invoices, select invoice approvers, and access additional resources for invoice management.

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