<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">The accounts receivable function is crucial for managing cash flow and customer experience in companies.Despite the availability of automation tools, many firms struggle to fully automate their AR operations.Middle-market firms lose millions due to delayed payments, emphasizing the impact of inefficient AR processes.Manual AR practices can lead to reactive collections, late invoice submissions, and revenue loss.Transitioning to predictive AR involves automating processes like invoice generation, payment tracking, and dispute resolution.Implementing automation can reduce days sales outstanding by 15% to 25%, potentially unlocking significant working capital.AI plays a crucial role in analyzing payment patterns, identifying risks, and enhancing cash forecasting in AR.Virtual cards and embedded payment solutions are transforming AR, offering faster payments and improved customer experience.By 2027, AI and machine learning are expected to augment over half of all AR processes in mid-to-large enterprises.Predictive AR is becoming a competitive advantage by informing pricing, sales strategies, and capital allocation.