Modernizing Accounts Payable at the University of Missouri
See how AI is transforming AP operations inside a leading higher education institution
Hosted by HEUG Alliance, this webinar explores how higher education finance teams are managing high invoice volumes, complex procurement, and growing compliance demands.
The University of Missouri adopted a different approach by improving AP processes using AI-driven automation within its existing ERP environment.
Join this session to learn how finance teams can modernize AP without disruption.
Date: May 21, 2026
Format: Live Webinar
AP inefficiencies are not always visible, but they impact financial control every day
Across higher education institutions, Accounts Payable teams are managing:
- High volumes of invoices across departments and vendors
- Manual validation and approval cycles that slow down processing
- Limited visibility into invoice intake and processing status
- Compliance requirements that increase operational complexity
These challenges are not isolated. They compound over time and affect cost control, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
This session focuses on how one institution addressed these challenges with a structured and practical approach to AP automation.
A real transformation story from the University of Missouri
This webinar features a firsthand perspective from the University of Missouri, where finance operations were re-evaluated to improve efficiency and control within Accounts Payable.
Rather than replacing systems, the focus was on introducing intelligence into existing workflows.
You will hear how the university:
Identified operational bottlenecks within AP processes
Evaluated automation solutions through a structured selection process
Implemented AI-driven workflows aligned with institutional requirements
Managed stakeholder alignment across finance and IT teams
This is a practical view into how transformation happens inside a real higher education environment.
Recognized for AI Innovation in PeopleSoft
The University of Missouri has been named a PeopleSoft Feature Innovator in the Tools and Technology category for implementing Artificial Intelligence within its PeopleSoft environment.
This recognition highlights a practical approach to bringing AI into ERP workflows to improve financial operations and efficiency.
Join the webinar to learn how this transformation was delivered
Key insights you can apply to your own institution
The Catalyst for Change
Understand the operational challenges that led the University of Missouri to prioritize AP modernization.
The Selection Journey
Learn how the university evaluated vendors and what criteria influenced the final decision.
Implementation in Practice
Gain visibility into how the transition was executed, including planning, alignment, and rollout strategy.
Operational Impact
See how automation reshaped AP workflows and improved process efficiency.
Speakers
Hear directly from practitioners and solution experts
Dustin Oehl
Director of Financial Systems | University of Missouri
Bringing a firsthand perspective on financial systems transformation within higher education.
Ratnakar Nanavaty
Chief Strategist, Astute Business Solutions
Ratnakar Nanavaty is a recognized leader in ERP modernization and AI-driven financial transformation for higher education institutions. As Chief Strategist at Astute Business Solutions, he works closely with finance and technology leaders to implement practical AI automation strategies that improve operational efficiency, strengthen financial control, and modernize Accounts Payable workflows within existing ERP environments.
See how AP modernization works in a real university environment
If you are evaluating automation or looking to improve existing AP processes, this session will provide practical direction backed by real experience.
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