In its 2025 Manufacturing Industry Outlook, Deloitte Research Center for Energy & Industrials stated, “To support AI use case implementation in 2025 and lay the groundwork for the future, it will be important for manufacturers to focus on building an overall AI and data strategy, including establishing an operating model, setting up governance, and identifying risks.”

Controlling costs and ensuring compliance is more challenging than ever for global manufacturing companies. So why are finance departments missing out on the massive efficiency and savings gains AI is providing the rest of the business? In this guide for CFOs in manufacturing and warehousing, you'll discover:

Why traditional spend management fails in high-volume, complex manufacturing environments.

The critical disconnect between operational AI adoption and finance automation.

How intelligent AI audits 100% of transactions before payment, catching errors and policy violations that legacy systems miss.

Real-world success stories from Owens Corning, Electrolux, Airbus, and Spectrum Brands, demonstrating tangible results for global manufacturers, like millions in savings and thousands of hours reclaimed.

How AppZen’s purpose-built AI adapts to the complexities of global manufacturing, from multi-currency operations to region-specific regulations.

Don’t leave money on the table or risk compliance penalties. Discover how to free your finance team to work on strategic initiatives while ensuring efficient, consistent policy enforcement across all your global operations.