Square 9 Softworks and Deluxe have announced a strategic partnership designed to streamline and simplify the entire accounts payable process, from invoice capture through final payment.

This collaboration brings together Square 9's invoice automation and intelligent information management platform with the powerful payment automation solutions powered by Deluxe to deliver a truly comprehensive, end-to-end accounts payable (AP) experience for businesses.

By integrating Square 9's generative-AI-powered capture and approval workflows with the payment technology at Deluxe, customers can eliminate manual touchpoints, reduce processing time and gain full visibility across the invoice life cycle, all while ensuring secure, on-time payments.

"Our partnership with Deluxe marks a significant milestone in delivering a complete, automated solution for finance departments," said Stephen Young, president and CEO, Square 9 Softworks. "Together, we're empowering organizations to take full control of their AP processes, from the moment an invoice arrives to the moment payment is made."

"We're pleased to partner with Square 9 to offer customers an integrated and seamless approach to AP automation," said John Rubinetti, president of B2B payments, Deluxe. "Combining our trusted payment technology with Square 9's intelligent workflow automation delivers measurable efficiencies and cost savings that today's businesses need to thrive."

Key benefits of the Square 9–Deluxe partnership include:

• Seamless Invoice-to-Payment Automation – Capture, route, approve and pay invoices from a single connected system, fully integrated with leading accounting systems  
• Increased Efficiency & Accuracy – Reduce manual entry and human error with intelligent data capture, automated workflows and reconciliation.
• Improved Cash Flow & Control – Gain real-time visibility into payment status and better manage working capital.
• Enhanced Security & Compliance – Ensure safe, traceable transactions that meet regulatory requirements.
• Scalability for Growth – A flexible solution that grows with your business needs.

The integration is available immediately for new and existing customers of both Square 9 and Deluxe.