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Yahoo
16-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Quadient Recognized in Analyst Report on Top AI Use Cases for Finance Automation
Quadient (Euronext Paris: QDT), a global automation platform powering secure and sustainable business connections, announces it has been recognized in a recent Forrester report on ways artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming accounts receivable (AR) processes. The report, 'Top AI Use Cases for Accounts Receivable Automation In 2025,' includes mentions of Quadient AR for cash application and payment notice. Quadient considers its inclusion in the report as proof of the impact its AI- and machine learning-powered financial process automation offer, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making capabilities. Manual AR, AP and invoice processes lead to inefficiencies, compliance risks, payment delays and increased vulnerability to fraud. Quadient's Finance Automation cloud platform, including Quadient AR and Quadient AP, addresses these challenges, using advanced AI and machine learning to predict cash flow with high accuracy, analyze payor behavior, and automate cash applications, even when remittance data is missing. The platform also centralizes invoices and streamlines multi-channel distribution, ensuring full compliance with regulations such as e-invoicing. 'AI is transforming accounts receivable, and we believe Quadient's inclusion in Forrester's report attests to how advanced solutions such as Quadient AR are changing the way financial professionals work through intelligent automation,' said Chris Hartigan, Chief Solution Officer, Digital Automation at Quadient. 'AI and machine learning are forever changing the way AR and AP are managed and increasing the value these functions bring to organizations. Quadient is helping to advance AI usage by finance teams in responsible and meaningful ways to streamline workflows, deliver actionable insights, enhance efficiency and increase focus on strategic financial planning.' Real-time data is provided through customizable dashboards, enhancing efficiency and decision-making capabilities. In addition to mentioning Quadient in several use cases for AR, Forrester interviewed Quadient for insights for its companion report, 'Top AI Use Cases for Accounts Payable Automation in 2025.' Quadient's leading cloud-based financial automation cloud platform, including AR, AP, e-invoicing and customer communications, helps businesses reduce manual work, improve cash flow and make more informed financial decisions. About Quadient®Quadient is a global automation platform powering secure and sustainable business connections through digital and physical channels. Quadient supports businesses of all sizes in their digital transformation and growth journey, unlocking operational efficiency and creating meaningful customer experiences. Listed in compartment B of Euronext Paris (QDT) and part of the CAC® Mid & Small and EnterNext® Tech 40 indices, Quadient shares are eligible for PEA-PME investing. For more information about Quadient, visit Contacts Sandy Armstrong, Sterling Kilgore Joe Scolaro, Quadient VP of Media & Communications Global Press Relations Manager +1-630-699-8979 +1 203-301-3673 sarmstrong@ Attachment PR Quadient Forrester Report on AI in AR
Yahoo
03-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Quadient Enables New Shipping Service with Japan Post on its Open Locker Network, Driving Convenience and Increased Parcel Volume
Quadient (Euronext Paris: QDT), a global automation platform powering secure and sustainable business connections, announced today an expanded partnership between Japan Post and Packcity Japan, a joint venture between Quadient and Yamato Transport. Thanks to the extended partnership, consumers will not only receive Japan Post deliveries at Packcity Japan's nationwide open network of automated parcel lockers, but they will also now be able to ship parcels from the lockers, called PUDO stations. Consumers using Japan Post's Yu-Pack parcel service use a mobile app to ship from a PUDO station, eliminating the need to wait at delivery counters or manually handling shipping slips. Japan Post, one of Japan's leading carriers, operates more than 24,200 post offices across the nation and employs more than 171,800 employees, providing postal, logistics and courier delivery services. The expanded partnership between Japan Post and Packcity Japan increases the parcel volume through the open locker network and will consolidate package pickup, leading to more efficient, ecological and sustainable business operations. 'In recent years, the burden on our partner carriers has become more serious due to the rapid increase in the number of designated deliveries and pickups after normal business hours and on weekends and holidays,' said Akitsugu Yanagida, CEO of Packcity Japan. 'The expanded partnership with Japan Post confirms the importance of an open locker network to an efficient and sustainable last mile and first mile logistical operation. We look forward to continuing to expand our services with the aim of improving convenience for consumers and the efficiency of the logistics industry.' Through Packcity Japan, Quadient operates about 7,000 automated lockers in Japan. Quadient is a global leader in open locker networks, offering carrier-agnostic locker technology for seamless delivery and pickup experiences. With more than 25,000 locker units deployed worldwide, Quadient continuously invests in locker innovation and services to improve usage and footprint in major e-commerce markets. About Quadient®Quadient is a global automation platform powering secure and sustainable business connections through digital and physical channels. Quadient supports businesses of all sizes in their digital transformation and growth journey, unlocking operational efficiency and creating meaningful customer experiences. Listed in compartment B of Euronext Paris (QDT) and part of the CAC® Mid & Small and EnterNext® Tech 40 indices, Quadient shares are eligible for PEA-PME investing. For more information about Quadient, visit Contacts Sandy Armstrong, Sterling Kilgore Joe Scolaro, Quadient Director of Media & Communications Global Press Relations Manager +1-630-699-8979 +1 203-301-3673 sarmstrong@ Attachment PR Packcity Japan Post_EN vdefSign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
31-01-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Quadient Reports Strong Year-End Locker Usage Growth in Multifamily and Higher Education Campuses in North America
Quadient (Euronext Paris: QDT), a global automation platform powering secure and sustainable business connections, announces strong year-end momentum in the adoption and usage of its Parcel Pending by Quadient locker network across multifamily and higher education campuses in North America. In the last three months of 2024, Quadient saw a 16% year-over-year increase in total package volume across higher education and multifamily clients, outpacing the installed base growth, with universities showing particularly strong momentum at 23% year-over-year growth. Beyond parcel delivery, universities are increasingly leveraging Quadient smart lockers for academic materials, equipment, mail, and food pantry orders—providing students and staff with a secure delivery management solution. 'Our sustained usage growth in the North American parcel locker network reflects the increasing need for reliable, automated solutions to manage growing parcel volumes efficiently,' said Austin Maddox, executive vice president, Lockers Automation North America at Quadient. 'Universities and residential communities are looking for ways to enhance convenience, security, and operations while meeting the evolving expectations of students and residents. We are committed to supporting them with innovative, scalable locker solutions that simplify logistics, reduce workload, and provide seamless, 24/7 access to essential deliveries.' Quadient provides smart locker solutions for multifamily residential properties, universities, distributors, retailers, carriers and commercial clients. As a leader in global open locker networks, Quadient's vertical-, location-, and carrier-agnostic technology enables seamless delivery and pickup experiences. With over 25,000 locker units deployed worldwide and continued investments in innovation and service excellence, Quadient is well-positioned to significantly exceed €100 million in Lockers revenue by 2025, improve profitability, and move closer to its 2030 goal of a 40,000-unit installed base. About Quadient®Quadient is a global automation platform powering secure and sustainable business connections through digital and physical channels. Quadient supports businesses of all sizes in their digital transformation and growth journey, unlocking operational efficiency and creating meaningful customer experiences. Listed in compartment B of Euronext Paris (QDT) and part of the CAC® Mid & Small and EnterNext® Tech 40 indices, Quadient shares are eligible for PEA-PME investing. For more information about Quadient, visit Contacts Sandy Armstrong, Sterling Kilgore Joe Scolaro, Quadient Director of Media & Communications Global Press Relations Manager +1-630-699-8979 +1 203-301-3673 sarmstrong@ Attachment PR Quadient NORAM Locker usage growth_ENSign in to access your portfolio
