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AI to ROI: Unlock Value With AI Agents

AI is evolving quickly, and for many finance leaders, the experimentation phase is coming to an end. Instead of funding more pilots, they’re focused on what will actually deliver; clear use cases within the finance function that drive measurable results and strong ROI.

Created in collaboration with FT Longitude, our latest AI-ROI report brings together insights from 200 senior finance leaders and makes the case that agentic AI is what can unlock that value.

It’s time to move beyond experimentation to deliver tangible, measurable impact.

AI ROI on the rise

Average return on financial AI investments. Up from 35%.

Agentic AI delivers highest ROI

Agentic AI outperforms other AI models, delivering impressive returns.

Start with AP

Finance leaders say Accounts Payable is the fastest route to measurable AI ROI.

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Meet our AI Leaders

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Chief Product & Technology Officer

Perttu Nihti

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Director of AI Research and Enablement

Anssi Ruokonen

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Chief Executive Office (CEO)

Jason Kurtz

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Perttu Nihti, Chief Product & Technology Officer

“As with any project, developing a clear vision and then communicating that vision is key. Start by being clear about why you are implementing AI and what problems you think it will solve. Don’t see this as merely an IT exercise. This is a transformative initiative that will resonate across every corner of your business, driving lasting value and competitive advantage.”

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Anssi Ruokonen, Director of AI Research and Enablement

“Transformation offers benefits most finance professionals will welcome. Inspire your staff with examples of how AI assistants will take over tedious tasks, so they can focus on the strategic level, which is what most people came into finance for.”

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Jason Kurtz, Chief Executive Office (CEO)

“Everyone is feeling the pressure to deploy these tools, but finance leaders rightly want to see a return. They want demonstrable proof points, so they know what they’re getting right. The good news is that the business case is strong for AI ROI in areas such as accounts payable. Proven transformation success stories ensure that change feels less risky.”

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How we can help

Integrating AI into your AP processes is more than a technological advancement—it's a strategic necessity. Transform your AP function by leveraging Basware’s advanced AI and machine learning (ML) expertise and capabilities.

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Insights

Leverage gen AI-powered actionable insights – to foster inclusive, data-driven decision-making throughout your organization.

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SmartPDF

Expand the role of AI in your AP function from the very beginning. Automate your invoice ingestion process. Achieve 92%+ automation rates from day one. 

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SmartCoding

Automate the coding of your non-PO invoices with our Machine Learning-based solution and achieve up to 89% touchless processing. 

Want to know how you can make it happen?

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