How B2B Companies Are Getting Paid Faster by Rethinking Accounts Receivable

The Driven by DCKAP Podcast features Epicor P21 integration experts on speeding up cash flow

AUSTIN, Texas, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- For many B2B companies, getting paid still involves paper checks, manual reconciliation and slow timelines, even with a modern ERP system in place. On a new episode of the Driven by DCKAP podcast, Unified A/R CEO John Perez joins host Karthik Chidambaram to discuss how accounts receivable automation and seamless Epicor Prophet 21 (P21) integration are helping businesses accelerate cash flow and reduce costs without adding complexity.

Drawing from nearly three decades in corporate banking and extensive work with Epicor P21 customers, Perez outlines where payment friction still exists in B2B and how convenience is often the missing piece for both customers and internal teams.

Key Highlights

• Payment delays start with legacy habits: Why paper-heavy processes and manual workflows persist, and what's replacing them.
  
  
• The hidden cost of how customers pay: How transaction fees vary based on method, timing and format.
  
  
• B2B companies want simplicity, not another IT project: Fast deployment, ERP integration and making it easier to get paid.

Rethinking the Order-to-Cash Process

Many B2B organizations still rely on outdated systems and workflows, even with modern ERPs like Epicor P21 in place.

"Accounts receivable is often treated like infrastructure, set and forgotten," Perez said. "But there are real savings to uncover if you revisit those baked-in processes."

When B2B companies automate invoicing and apply payments back into ERP systems, it reduces reconciliation time and improves cash flow.

Small Tweaks, Big Results

Even modest changes—like automating invoice delivery or enabling card and ACH payments with surcharge visibility—can lead to measurable improvements. By making it easier for customers to pay, it reduces the burden on internal teams and accelerates time to cash.

Enhancing Capabilities Within the Epicor P21 Ecosystem

While the podcast briefly touches on Epicor P21, it also reflects broader opportunities for optimization within well-established ERP systems. Unified A/R and DCKAP bring proven experience helping P21 users extend and enhance their ERP environments to support evolving business needs.

DCKAP Integrator, the company's flagship product, is widely used to connect Epicor P21 with systems such as e-commerce platforms, CRMs and warehouse management solutions, enabling streamlined operations and greater visibility across the business. DCKAP is an Epicor Influencer and is a sponsor of P21WWUG Connect 2025, where the team will join P21 users to share knowledge, innovations and best practices.

How Modern Accounts Receivable Practices Drive Better Cash Flow

For B2B companies juggling unpredictable payment timelines, this episode offers actionable insights. From reducing transaction fees to accelerating cash flow, this conversation shows how companies are improving cash flow without overhauling their ERP, simply by removing friction where it counts.

More Information

• For more details, visit the Driven Podcast Portal or tune in on YouTube or Spotify.
  
  
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About the Driven Podcast

The Driven by DCKAP Podcast is an audio and video podcast that explores leadership, innovation and digital growth in B2B. Hosted by Karthik Chidambaram, Founder and CEO of DCKAP, the show features candid conversations with leaders in distribution, manufacturing and technology.

About DCKAP

DCKAP is a leader in digital solutions for B2B companies. Its flagship product, DCKAP Integrator, is an ERP integration platform that connects ERP systems with other key operational systems, including eCommerce, CRM, inventory, accounting, logistics and marketplaces. It automates data flow to improve profitability and customer experiences. Founded in 2005, DCKAP is a global and distributed team headquartered in Austin, Texas. Visit DCKAP at dckap.com or follow on LinkedIn.

About Unified A/R

Unified A/R simplifies B2B accounts receivable and payment acceptance processes. Its tools eliminate paper-based workflows, simplify payments and reduce transaction costs, helping companies get paid faster. Learn more at GoUnified.com.

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