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Invoice Processing for SMEs | Automate | EasyData World

Processing SME invoices?
That can be 3x faster.

Automatic invoice recognition for SMEs,
with 25+ years of experience

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SME invoice processing dashboard with automatic invoice recognition
“From minutes per invoice to seconds. That’s automation for SMEs.”

Why automate invoice processing?

As an SME owner, you know the struggle: stacks of purchase invoices that need to be entered manually, error-prone processes and costly hours lost to administrative work. With EasyData’s automatic invoice processing, you change that. Our OCR technology recognizes, extracts and processes your invoices within seconds, so you can focus on what truly matters: growing your business.

SMEs lose an average of 5-10 minutes per invoice to manual data entry. With 200 invoices per month, that’s 16-33 hours per month in administrative burden.

Do these challenges sound familiar?

The day-to-day reality of invoice processing in SMEs

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Time-consuming manual entry

Typing every invoice manually takes an average of 5-10 minutes. Time you could use far more productively.

Data entry errors and corrections

Typos lead to incorrect bookings, VAT issues and time-consuming corrections afterward.

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Lost invoices

Paper invoices go missing, emails get overlooked. Suppliers end up being paid late.

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Missed early-payment discounts

Slow processing causes you to miss payment discounts. At 2% on €100,000 in purchases, that’s €2,000 per year.

The EasyData method for invoice processing

8 benefits of automatic invoice recognition for your SME

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OCR Recognition

Automatic text recognition of all invoice data with proven technology.

Our OCR software automatically recognizes supplier name, invoice number, date, amounts and VAT, even with non-standard layouts. Learn more about OCR.
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Accounting Integration

Direct integration with Exact, Twinfield, AFAS, Visma and other packages.

Invoice data is automatically transferred to your accounting system. No more double entry. Supports UBL invoices and e-invoices.

Validation and Control

Automatic checks for duplicate invoices, VAT numbers and discrepancies.

The system detects duplicates, validates VAT numbers via VIES and flags price deviations. Fewer errors, more control over your purchasing process.
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Dashboard and Insights

Real-time overview of outstanding invoices, cash flow and payment deadlines.

See at a glance which invoices are incoming, awaiting approval or due for payment. Clear data visualization prevents surprises.
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Mobile Approval

Approve invoices via your smartphone, wherever you are.

Receive a notification for new invoices and approve them with a single tap. Our workflow software is built for busy business owners on the go.
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Machine Learning

The system learns from corrections and becomes increasingly accurate.

After processing a few invoices from the same supplier, the system automatically suggests the correct ledger account. Machine learning means less manual work over time.
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GDPR-Compliant

European servers, data sovereignty, enterprise-grade security.

Your invoice data stays on secured European servers. Fully GDPR-compliant. Read more about our information security.
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SME Pricing

Affordable solution without expensive enterprise licenses.

You pay per processed invoice, without high startup costs. AI for SMEs doesn’t have to be expensive. View our pricing.
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Years of experience in document automation
High
Recognition accuracy, with good scan quality
Fast
Operational, typically within 2-4 weeks
Measurable
Time savings per invoice, depending on volume

How does invoice processing work at EasyData?

In 5 steps from manual entry to automated processing

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Receive Invoice

Upload invoices via email, scan or drag-and-drop. PDF, JPG, TIFF: all accepted.

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OCR Recognition

Our software automatically extracts all relevant data: supplier, amounts, VAT, date.

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Validation

Automatic check for duplicates, VAT validation and matching with purchase orders.

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Approval

Invoices are routed to the right person for authorization, including on mobile.

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Export to Accounting

Approved invoices are automatically transferred to your accounting package.

Why choose EasyData?

Compare us with other solutions on the market

FeatureManualStandard softwareEasyData
Processing time per invoice
The time required to fully process an invoice, from receipt to posting in your administration.
5-10 minutes2-3 minutes Seconds
OCR accuracy
The percentage of correctly recognized fields. Higher accuracy means fewer manual corrections afterward.
N/AVariable High
Accounting integrations
Direct integration with popular packages such as Exact Online, Twinfield, AFAS, Visma and Unit4.
Limited All major packages
Machine Learning
The system learns from your corrections and gets smarter over time. Eventually, ledger accounts are suggested automatically.
Self-learning system
Data on European servers
For GDPR compliance and data sovereignty, it is important that your invoice data is stored within the EU, preferably in Europe.
Own managementOften US/cloud Europe
Personal support
Direct contact with experts who help you with implementation and optimization. No call centres or chatbots.
Ticket system Dedicated support
Suitable for SME volumes
Affordable and scalable solutions for SME volumes of 50 to 5,000 invoices per month, without enterprise pricing.
Expensive licenses SME pricing
Years of experience
More experience in document processing and OCR means greater knowledge of edge cases and better recognition.
N/A5-10 years 25+ years

Interested in automatic invoice processing?

Discover how EasyData can accelerate your SME administration. Measurable time savings, high accuracy and typically operational within 2-4 weeks.

What you can expect

Measurable time savings per invoice, depending on your current workflow and volume

SME pricing: pay per invoice, no expensive enterprise licenses

High accuracy for standard invoice fields, with machine learning

Fast go-live: typically 2-4 weeks including accounting integration

GDPR-compliant: European servers and data sovereignty

25+ years of experience in document automation and OCR

Results depend on organisation-specific factors and invoice volume. We’re happy to discuss what’s achievable for your situation.

Frequently asked questions

Answers to the most common questions from SME owners

What does invoice processing cost for SMEs?

The costs for automatic invoice processing at EasyData depend on your invoice volume. For SMEs, prices start at just a few cents per invoice. Through automation you save an average of 5-10 minutes per invoice, which can quickly recoup the investment. Request a no-obligation quote for exact pricing tailored to your situation.

How long does it take to implement invoice processing?

Most SMEs are fully operational with automatic invoice processing within 2-4 weeks. This includes connecting to your accounting package, training the system on your specific invoice formats and a testing phase. More complex ERP integrations can take 4-6 weeks. Start with a no-cost Proof of Concept to experience the results first-hand.

Does EasyData work with my accounting software?

Yes, EasyData integrates with common accounting packages such as Exact Online, Twinfield, AFAS, Visma, Unit4 and Snelstart. Connections with ERP systems such as SAP and Microsoft Dynamics are also possible via our Business Connector. Using a different package? Contact us to discuss the options.

How accurate is automatic invoice recognition?

With our OCR technology we achieve high accuracy for standard invoice fields such as supplier, invoice number, date and amounts, with good scan quality. Machine learning ensures the system continuously improves as it processes more invoices from the same supplier. Deviations are automatically flagged for manual review.

Is my data secure with EasyData?

EasyData processes all data on European servers and is fully GDPR-compliant. Your invoice data is stored encrypted and never shared with third parties. As a European alternative to American cloud solutions, we offer genuine data sovereignty. Read more about our security measures and our information security programme.

Can I outsource invoice processing or manage it myself?

Both options are possible. With our SaaS solution you process invoices yourself via a user-friendly web interface. Want to hand it over completely? Our team handles the full invoice processing for you. Many SMEs opt for a hybrid model with human-in-the-loop, processing themselves with EasyData support during peaks or complex cases.